Duke Energy Customers Face Widespread Power Outages After Storms

Cincinnati, OH, August 12, 2026 —

CINCINNATI, OH – Tens of thousands of Duke Energy customers in the Cincinnati region are without power following recent severe weather. The utility company reported that approximately 130,000 customers are affected by the outages.

The exact cause of the widespread outages has been attributed to the recent storms that have moved through the area. Duke Energy crews are currently working to restore electricity to the affected homes and businesses. The timeline for full restoration was not immediately provided.

Residents experiencing power outages are advised to check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those with medical needs. Duke Energy has not released specific details regarding the number of crews deployed or the estimated time for power to be restored to all customers. Information on specific outage locations and restoration progress can typically be found on the Duke Energy website or through their customer service channels.

Further updates on the restoration efforts are expected as crews continue their work throughout the affected areas. The company has not specified which areas are most severely impacted, but the outages are concentrated in the Cincinnati vicinity.

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