Storm Isaias Leaves Over 205,000 Alabama Customers Without Power
As of 12:30 p.m., more than 205,000 customers across Alabama were without power due to storm Isaias, which caused downed trees and power lines. Alabama Power reported restoring power to over 130,000 customers by 11 a.m.
Birmingham, AL, October 10, 2026 — Storm Isaias has caused widespread power outages across Alabama, leaving more than 205,000 customers in the dark as of 12:30 p.m. The severe weather event, characterized by downed trees and power lines, is the primary cause of the extensive service disruptions.
The storm’s impact has been significant, affecting a large portion of the state’s electricity consumers. Utility provider Alabama Power has been actively engaged in restoration efforts since the outages began.
By 11 a.m., Alabama Power reported making substantial progress, successfully restoring power to over 130,000 affected customers. Despite these efforts, a considerable number of homes and businesses, exceeding 205,000, remained without electricity later in the day.
The company has deployed crews to address the damage caused by fallen trees and broken power lines, which are directly linked to the widespread outages. Information regarding the specific timeline for full power restoration was not immediately available. The full extent of the damage and the number of repair crews assigned to different areas are part of ongoing assessments.
The situation remains dynamic as crews continue their work to restore electricity to all affected areas. Further updates on the number of customers still without power and the progress of restoration will be provided as they become available.
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