If you have experienced a power outage or a down power line be sure to contact LG&E.
Stay away from downed wires. Keep others away, too. Always assume any downed wire is an energized power line!
Contact LG&E by phone: (502) 589-1444 or (800) 331-7370 (fast path 1-1-2) or online: https://lge-ku.com/outages
You can monitor the status of your outage by viewing LG&E's outage map. https://stormcenter.lge-ku.com/
LG&E has experienced its third worse power grid outage in its history so you should prepare for an extended time without power. Out-of-state power linemen are currently en route to expedite power restoration. Stay safe!
March 8, 2023 - LG&E UPDATE
Complete restoration of the Prospect's electrical grid is expected to be complete by 11:00 pm Wednesday, March 8, 2023.
March 6, 2023 - LG&E UPDATE
Complete restoration of the Louisville Metro electrical grid is expected to be complete by 11:00 am Wednesday, March 8, 2023.
March 5, 2023 - LG&E UPDATE
As of today’s afternoon update, LG&E reports it has made significant progress – out of 145,000 customers who have been impacted in the LG&E area, 72,000 customers have had their power restored.
Around 1,500 line technicians and support staff from utility companies in the surrounding states have arrived in Louisville and are assisting with the massive, all-hands-on-deck, multi-day restoration event. This weather event is the 3rd most significant in the past 20 years ranking behind the 2009 ice storm and the 2008 wind storm.
Safety is LG&E’s top priority and reminds residents to stay away from downed power lines and always assume downed lines are energized. Estimated restoration times are starting to become available for customers who remain without power. Access LG&E’s Outage Map at https://stormcenter.lge-ku.com/
