CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Duke Energy is preparing to respond to potential damage and power outages in the Carolinas caused by the remnants of Hurricane Isaias.
What to watch
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While forecasts show Isaias’ path will remain west of the Carolinas, the eastern edge of the storm system could deliver rain and wind gusts across North Carolina and South Carolina on Saturday and Sunday.
Our view
Joe Huff, Duke Energy storm director:
What customers should do now
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Make a plan and prepare an emergency kit: Charge phones, gather flashlights and extra batteries, and review other critical actions.
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Sign up for outage alerts: Receive outage information and restoration updates by text, phone or email.
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Know how to report an outage: Submit reports online, via mobile app, by texting OUT to 57801 or by calling 800.POWERON (800.769.3766).
What customers should expect
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Grid improvements help speed restoration: Duke Energy has upgraded poles and wires, placed outage-prone lines underground and added smart, self-healing technology that can reroute power automatically – helping reduce the number and length of outages.
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Restoration takes time: Crews will begin assessing damage and restoring power as soon as it’s safe. In some areas, blocked roads, hidden damage or hazardous travel may delay restoration.
More information
Duke Energy
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. The company’s electric utilities serve 8.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 55,700 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio and Kentucky.
Duke Energy is executing an energy modernization strategy, keeping customer value at the forefront as it invests in electric grid upgrades and efficient generation resources to strengthen the system and serve growing energy needs.
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