Power Restored to Thousands of Duke Energy Customers in Tri-State Area

June 30, 2024

Over 100,000 Duke Energy customers in the Tri-State area experienced a power outage on Thursday, June 29th, 2024. The outage affected customers in Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio.

The outage was caused by a lightning strike that damaged a transmission line near Cincinnati, Ohio. Duke Energy crews worked throughout the night to repair the line and restore power to the affected areas.

By Friday morning, June 30th, power had been restored to all but a few thousand customers. Those customers were expected to have their power restored by the end of the day.

Duke Energy is urging customers to be prepared for possible power outages during the summer months. The company recommends having a plan in place for what to do in the event of an outage, including having a battery-powered radio and flashlights on hand.

Additional Details

The outage began at around 8:00 pm EDT on Thursday, June 29th, 2024.
The outage affected over 100,000 customers in Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio.
The outage was caused by a lightning strike that damaged a transmission line near Cincinnati, Ohio.
Duke Energy crews worked throughout the night to repair the line and restore power to the affected areas.
By Friday morning, June 30th, power had been restored to all but a few thousand customers.
Those customers were expected to have their power restored by the end of the day.
Duke Energy is urging customers to be prepared for possible power outages during the summer months.

Affected Areas

Kentucky

Carrollton
Covington
Florence
Fort Thomas
Newport
Owenton
Williamstown

Indiana

Aurora
Batesville
Brookville
Connersville
Greensburg
Lawrenceburg
Madison
Milan
Rising Sun

Ohio

Anderson Township
Cheviot
Cincinnati
Delhi Township
Evendale
Forest Park
Green Township
Hamilton
Harrison
Loveland
Madeira
Mariemont
Mason
Montgomery
North College Hill
Norwood
Pleasant Run
Reading
Sharonville
Silverton
St. Bernard
Wyoming

Customer Safety Tips

Have a plan in place for what to do in the event of an outage, including having a battery-powered radio and flashlights on hand.
If you lose power, turn off all appliances and electronics. This will help prevent damage when power is restored.
If you have a generator, be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions for safe operation.
Never use a generator indoors.
Be aware of the potential for downed power lines. If you see a downed power line, stay away from it and call 911.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Duke Energy at 1-800-544-6900.