If you’re without power, you’re not alone. Appalachian Power is reporting more than 3,500 customers experiencing outages in the Roanoke area and Franklin County.
With water levels at Smith Mountain Lake still at historic lows, Appalachian Power has provided an update on how ongoing drought conditions are affecting the Smith Mountain Project.
Appalachian Power is moving forward with plans to upgrade its electric transmission system in Botetourt County and is inviting residents to learn more about the project during a public open house Wednesday evening.
According to Appalachian Power Company’s outage map, 1,066 customers are still without power in Amherst County Thursday morning.
Recent rainfall around Smith Mountain Lake has provided only limited relief to historically low water levels that continue to impact boating and businesses around the lake.
Officials say water levels are lower than usual, and people should take extra precautions while boating, swimming and fishing.
The surge of proposed data centers across Virginia is raising questions about whether the state’s power grid can keep up with demand.
Power has been restored to most Appalachian Power customers in the Roanoke area after sporadic outages amid high winds.
Over 2,500 customer outages have been reported in Roanoke following a vehicle accident that occurred in the area, Appalachian Power Company said.
During the latest Physical Development Committee meeting, council members were briefed by Appalachian Power and city staff on several infrastructure concerns, including the city’s streetlight outage reporting process.
Crews are on alert as high winds pose a risk to power lines, with preparations underway for potential outages.
Power companies and local communities across the New River Valley are mobilizing resources and personnel in preparation for potential widespread outages as a winter storm approaches the region.
The incoming winter storm that is moving through the U.S. is expected to impact a majority of the Commonwealth, likely resulting in power outages across our region.
Due to the prolonged drought around Smith Mountain Lake, Appalachian Power Company is urging the public to be cautious in the area. Some boat ramps and launch areas may be inaccessible due to the low water levels.
Appalachian Power (APCo) is warning community members about rising water levels downstream of Claytor and Leesville dams.
Appalachian Power is launching plans for a major electrical infrastructure upgrade across three New River Valley counties, modernizing nearly century-old equipment to meet future growth demands.
Water levels at Smith Mountain Lake are currently lower than usual, prompting concerns among some homeowners and businesses along the shore.
Appalachian Power (APCo) will reduce its fuel factor rate for Virginia residential customers by 24%, resulting in monthly savings starting Nov. 1.
A city in the New River Valley is behind over $6,000,000 in their electrical payments after bringing in less money than expected. Over the past few years, Radford City has been working in a deficit and has fallen behind in some of their bills.
The Appalachian Power Company has launched a new video series focused on storm safety, urging residents to keep safety top of mind as the summer season approaches.
As summer temperatures soar and electric bills climb, Roanoke families may find it harder than ever to stay cool. The city’s Cooling Assistance Program is offering less money this year—just as more people are applying for help.
Appalachian Power (AEP) has submitted a request to the State Corporation Commision (SCC) to increase customer rates to defray the cost of renewable energy projects and to keep their current coal and natural gas plants compliant with environmental regulations.
After the severe weather our region experienced on Friday, many areas were left without power, peaking at 38,000 Appalachian Power customers. The company is currently working to restore power to high-outage areas.
Appalachian Power representatives have selected a proposed route for a new transmission line in Campbell County, Pittsylvania County, and Altavista. The upgrades are part of the Altavista-Leesville Transmission Improvements Project, which involves rebuilding approximately 4.5 miles of 138-kilovolt (kV) transmission line in or near the existing right-of-way and building approximately 5 miles of 138-kV transmission line parallel to existing transmission lines.
Appalachian Power crews are responding to power outages affecting nearly 10,000 customers due to an early morning thunderstorm on April 3, 2025.
If you’ve been out on Smith Mountain Lake, you may have seen the debris. Anything from fallen tree limbs to even trash.
Linemen Jeff Dotson, Cameron Lacy and Tyler Blair had just so happened to be working at the time and were observing the water levels when they noticed a motorist trying to cross a flooded bridge.
As Winter Storm Harlow continues to impact the region, Appalachian Power urges residents to prioritize safety during power outages. With freezing rain and ice causing hazardous conditions, it’s essential to take precautions to protect yourself and your family.
Heavy snow and freezing rain from Kentucky to the nation's capital caused hundreds of crashes and left tens of thousands of residents in the dark.
A snowstorm has blown into the U.S. mid-Atlantic states, causing dozens of accidents on icy roads, prompting school closures and stoking worries about possible power outages.
After last month’s winter storm hit the Roanoke community hard, Appalachian Power used it as a learning opportunity to get ready for the next storm.
During the wintertime, there’s no question many of us are going to be using more electricity than the summertime. For some, they are seeing electric bills that are daunting to pay.
Ice is expected across the region, and that means the potential for power outages, but if you do have a power outage, it’s important you have the right items with you at home to stay warm and safe.
Appalachian Power said recreational users of the New and Roanoke rivers could see water levels rise.
Appalachian power warns that users downstream of the Claytor and Leesville Damns that they could see their water levels rise rapidly starting Thursday.
AEP officials requested the Virginia State Corporation Commission to lower the cost for customers by $2.12 on average per month.
Appalachian Power is set to start a major construction project that will help make electricity more reliable and reduce outages for its customers in South Christiansburg within the next couple of years.
Hundreds of residents across Southwest Virginia are without power Tuesday morning as strong winds continue to move through the state.
Hundreds of residents across Southwest Virginia are without power after a storm system moved through Tuesday afternoon.
Power was restored for hundreds of residents in Southwest and Central Virginia after winter weather moved through the region Saturday morning.
AEP wants boaters, kayakers, tubers, and other recreational users downstream of Claytor and Leesville dams to keep safety top of mind next week.
Appalachian Power is warning recreational users downstream of Claytor and Leesville damns to be aware of water levels on the New and Roanoke rivers, as they could rise rapidly starting Friday and continue to fluctuate throughout the weekend.
Appalachian Power has submitted its triennial rate review application to the Virginia State Corporation Commission, asking to increase rates by about $212 million or 16%.
Appalachian Power is releasing an update after high winds left more than 58,000 customers without power across its entire service area Saturday evening.
