SECURITYJul 29 · 00:05 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTECassidy Johncox

Over 28K Duke Energy customers lose power amid storms in Carolinas

Over 28,000 Duke Energy customers in the Carolinas lost power due to storms on July 28, 2026, with significant outages reported in Asheville and Mooresville, North Carolina. Severe thunderstorms, damaging winds, and potential tornadoes prompted safety warnings about downed power lines and hazards.

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