Washington, DC 20001 (District Of Columbia County) Power Outage
Official Pepco (Potomac Electric Power) Field Crew Dispatch & Restoration Bulletin (#27251)
Washington, DC Affected Areas & Feeder Network
Compiled directly from Pepco (Potomac Electric Power) real-time outage management system (OMS).
Affected Subdivisions, Avenues & Feeder Circuits
Is Power Outage Still Down for You?
Live crowdsourced reports from residents in District Of Columbia (ZIP 20001).
Verified Resident Reports (0)
Live SignalSustained Outage Bill Credit & Food Spoilage Compensation
Under state utility service standards, residential customers experiencing unscheduled power outages exceeding 4 to 8 consecutive hours may qualify for utility billing credits ($25 - $250) or food loss claim reimbursements from Pepco (Potomac Electric Power).
🛡️ Power Outage & Electrical Hazard Protocol
Civic Preparedness StandardsKeep refrigerator doors sealed. Unopened, food will remain cold for up to 4 hours; a full freezer maintains safe temperatures for 48 hours.
Never approach downed power lines. Treat all fallen conductors as live (energized) and immediately report to 911 and 1-877-737-2662.
Disconnect TVs, desktop computers, and smart appliances from wall outlets to safeguard delicate circuit boards against restoration voltage spikes.
Always operate generators outdoors at least 20 feet from windows, doors, and vents. Never connect directly to home wiring without an approved transfer switch.
District Of Columbia, DC Grid Reliability & Outage Synopsis
A localized grid reliability disruption is currently in progress across District Of Columbia, affecting meters and households in Washington (ZIP Code 20001), within the service jurisdiction of Pepco (Potomac Electric Power) in District of Columbia. Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) telemetry logged initial circuit trips at Nov 10, 2026, 06:04 PM.
The incident cause is classified as "Live Kubra Telemetry: 1 active distribution circuit event(s) reported by Pepco (Potomac Electric Power)". Repair squads are working to replace damaged hardware, trim hazardous tree contacts, and verify transformer phase balance across: District Of Columbia County Distribution Grid (DC).
According to updated telemetry, full grid restoration is targeted for Nov 13, 2026 at 02:00 PM. Consumers should keep refrigerator doors shut to prevent food spoilage and check compliance rules set forth by the State Public Utility Commission (PUC). If your outage causes appliance damage, submit a loss claim using our Outage Compensation Guide.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Official guidance for Washington residents during this incident.
When will power or service be restored in Washington (20001)?
According to Pepco (Potomac Electric Power) dispatch telemetry, estimated restoration is currently Nov 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST. Field crews and lineman teams are actively inspecting local distribution feeders and transformer circuits.
Who is the utility company responsible for this outage?
This interruption is managed by Pepco (Potomac Electric Power). You can contact customer service and reporting lines directly at 1-877-737-2662 or visit their customer portal.
What should I do if my food spoils or appliances are damaged?
Take photos of spoiled food items and note purchase values. Under State Public Utility Commission guidelines, you may submit a formal claim with Pepco (Potomac Electric Power) for unscheduled outages exceeding statutory duration thresholds.
How do I report a downed power line or gas odor in District Of Columbia?
Always treat downed electrical lines as energized. Maintain at least a 35-foot perimeter and immediately dial 911. For gas leaks, evacuate immediately without touching light switches and call emergency services from a safe outdoor location.
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