Overnight Storms Leave Over 1,000 Duke Energy Customers Without Power in Triangle Area
Overnight storms caused fallen trees and limbs, leading to power outages for more than 1,000 Duke Energy customers across the Triangle area, with the largest outage reported in northeast Chapel Hill near the Durham County line.
Raleigh Durham, NC, July 27, 2026 —
Overnight storms swept through the Triangle region, causing significant disruptions and leaving more than 1,000 Duke Energy customers without electricity. The severe weather brought down trees and tree limbs, leading to widespread power outages.
The largest reported outage occurred in northeast Chapel Hill, specifically in an area near the Durham County line. While the exact number of affected customers in this specific location was not immediately available, it represented the most significant concentration of power loss stemming from the storms.
Duke Energy crews have been dispatched to assess the damage and begin restoration efforts. The company has not provided a specific timeline for when power will be fully restored to all affected customers. The extent of the damage from fallen trees and limbs is still being evaluated across the affected counties.
Residents in the hardest-hit areas are advised to exercise caution due to downed power lines and debris. Further updates on restoration progress are expected from Duke Energy as crews continue their work throughout the day.
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