Tennessee Power Outages
Tennessee is currently showing a moderate outage impact based on the latest tracked outage totals.
About 5,529 tracked customers are currently without power out of 2,965,958 total tracked customers (around 0.2%). We currently track 105 regions for this state. The largest current outage totals are concentrated in Franklin (652), Cumberland (211), and Hardin (197).
Outages in Tennessee can be linked to storms, wind, lightning, equipment failures, maintenance work, vehicle accidents, wildfires, or periods of heavy grid demand. If service is disrupted in your area, use your utility provider for official status information and follow any emergency instructions from local authorities.
Last updated: Mar 19, 2026 2:42 PM. The timestamp above helps you judge how fresh the current numbers are before acting on them.
Tennessee power outage overview
Updated within the last hour
Use the region breakdown below to see where outages are concentrated inside the state. For official status, open a provider page and follow the outage link when available.
Most affected areas in Tennessee
| Region | Customers out | Tracked | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin | 652 | 20,322 | Mar 19, 2026 3:28 PM |
| Cumberland | 211 | 38,412 | Mar 19, 2026 2:45 PM |
| Hardin | 197 | 3,717 | Mar 19, 2026 2:50 PM |
| Shelby | 124 | 422,261 | Mar 19, 2026 2:35 PM |
| Knox | 113 | 167,967 | Mar 19, 2026 3:02 PM |
| Sullivan | 93 | 50,170 | Mar 19, 2026 2:30 PM |
| Rutherford | 84 | 158,452 | Mar 19, 2026 3:14 PM |
| Davidson | 63 | 154,480 | Mar 19, 2026 3:26 PM |
| Madison | 61 | 52,520 | Mar 19, 2026 3:02 PM |
| Hamilton | 57 | 175,053 | Mar 19, 2026 2:36 PM |
Cities and regions in Tennessee
Utility providers in Tennessee
Duck River EMC
Customers out: 673 · Tracked: 85,167
Appalachian Power Company
Customers out: 356 · Tracked: 544,427
Lexington Electric System
Customers out: 231 · Tracked: 23,300
Volunteer Energy Cooperative
Customers out: 211 · Tracked: 129,217
Nashville Electric Service
Customers out: 137 · Tracked: 421,000
Memphis Light Gas and Water Division
Customers out: 124 · Tracked: 421,000
Knoxville Utilities Board
Customers out: 112 · Tracked: 226,087
Jackson Energy Authority
Customers out: 61 · Tracked: 40,000
Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation
Customers out: 57 · Tracked: 114,062
Upper Cumberland EMC
Customers out: 55 · Tracked: 53,158
Holston Electric Cooperative
Customers out: 42 · Tracked: 33,621
Kentucky Utilities
Customers out: 40 · Tracked: 29,287
Pulaski Electric System
Customers out: 32 · Tracked: 24,890
Middle Tennessee Electric Membership Corp
Customers out: 31 · Tracked: 357,185
LaFollette Utilities
Customers out: 18 · Tracked: 23,372
Powell Valley Electric Cooperative
Customers out: 18 · Tracked: 7,909
Lenoir City Utilities Board
Customers out: 17 · Tracked: 74,487
Appalachian Electric Cooperative
Customers out: 11 · Tracked: 52,260
Sequachee Valley Electric Coop
Customers out: 9 · Tracked: 39,925
Clinton Utilities Board
Customers out: 9 · Tracked: 31,153
Lawrenceburg Utility Systems
Customers out: 9 · Tracked: 21,941
Dickson Electric System
Customers out: 8 · Tracked: 39,934
Paris Board of Public Utilities
Customers out: 8 · Tracked: 22,056
Shelbyville Power System
Customers out: 8 · Tracked: 11,500
Showing top 24 by current impact. See provider pages for official links.
What may cause outages in Tennessee
Common drivers include severe storms, high winds, lightning, extreme heat, equipment failures, planned maintenance, and grid overload. This page focuses on current impact totals; for incident details, check official provider updates.
What to do during a power outage in Tennessee
- Confirm status with your utility’s official outage page.
- Keep refrigerator/freezer doors closed when possible.
- Use flashlights instead of candles.
- Avoid downed lines and report hazards to local authorities.
FAQ
How often is outage data updated for Tennessee?
There is no single statewide update cycle. Providers refresh counts at different times, so the best way to judge freshness is to check the timestamp shown on this page.
What should I do during a power outage in Tennessee?
Use your provider’s official outage tools first, unplug sensitive electronics if needed, and stay clear of damaged lines or equipment. Follow local safety instructions during severe events.
Why can regional outage totals differ from the state total?
State and regional totals may not update at exactly the same time. Temporary mismatches can happen when providers refresh one area before another.
Last updated: Mar 19, 2026 2:42 PM