Delmarva Power
Investor-owned utility
Sussex County, Delaware · ZIP 19973
Power Outage in Seaford, DE (19973)
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Outage history for Seaford (19973)
Grade F1outages in the last 12 months
24.0 hwithout power (12 months)
24h 2maverage outage
24h 2mlongest outage
1 / 1this month / this year
Oct 20, 2026last confirmed outage
Since tracking began on October 14, 2026, neighbors in Seaford have confirmed 1 outages totaling 24.0 hours without power.
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Recent outages
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Tue, Oct 20, 2026 8:02 PM – Oct 21, 8:04 PM24h 2m Confirmed by 2 neighbors · auto-closed
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Wed, Oct 14, 2026 3:53 PM – Oct 15, 3:53 PM24h Unconfirmed (1 report)
Reports in the last 7 days
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Outage reports Restored reports
Built from community reports. Totals count confirmed outages (reported by two or more neighbors). Official outage records come from your utility.
Your electric utility & emergency numbers
911 Downed lines, fire, CO or medical emergencyReport the outage to your electric utility (check your bill if unsure)
Delaware Electric Co-op
Delaware Electric Cooperative · Electric cooperative
State help
Delaware Emergency Management Agency
State emergency management: disaster declarations, shelters and recovery information.
Delaware Public Service Commission
Utility regulator: file a complaint if your utility does not resolve an outage, billing or shut-off problem.
211 Delaware
Dial 211 for warming/cooling centers, shelters, food and help paying utility bills.
Utility service areas come from U.S. Department of Energy / NREL data and can be approximate – the company on your electric bill is always right. Numbers were collected from official websites; tell us if one has changed. All emergency numbers →
Power out? Your outage toolkitFood-safety timer, safety checklist, low-battery version
Food-safety timer – start it when your power goes out. It keeps running even if you close this page.
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🧊 Refrigerator
Food stays safe for about 4 hours if the door stays closed.
❄️ Freezer, half full
About 24 hours if closed.
❄️ Freezer, full
About 48 hours if closed.
Over 4 hours: throw out refrigerated meat, poultry, seafood, milk, soft cheese, eggs and leftovers that have been above 40 °F for 2 hours or more. When in doubt, throw it out.
Times from FoodSafety.gov (USDA) guidance; they assume the doors stay closed.
While the power is out
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Live, neighbor-reported power status for ZIP code 19973 in Sussex County, Delaware. Report an outage or restoration and see what people nearby are reporting.
Recent reports in this area
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Nearby ZIP codes in Sussex County – live status
| ZIP | City | Status now | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19931 | Bethel | No reports | — |
| 19956 | Laurel | No reports | — |
| 19933 | Bridgeville | No reports | — |
| 19940 | Delmar | No reports | — |
| 19947 | Georgetown | No reports | — |
| 19950 | Greenwood | No reports | — |
| 19941 | Ellendale | No reports | — |
| 19960 | Lincoln | No reports | — |
| 19968 | Milton | No reports | — |
| 19966 | Millsboro | No reports | — |
Neighbors' updates for Seaford
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Power outage questions for Seaford
Is there a power outage in Seaford, DE (19973) right now?
There are no recent community reports of a power outage in Seaford, DE 19973. That does not guarantee the power is on – if yours is out, report it on this page and to your utility.
Who is the electric company for 19973?
Electricity in ZIP code 19973 (Sussex County, Delaware) is provided by Delmarva Power or Delaware Electric Co-op, according to U.S. Department of Energy (NREL) utility service-area data. Your electric bill shows your exact utility and account number.
How do I report a power outage in Seaford?
Report it to your utility: 1-800-898-8042 (Delmarva Power); 1-855-332-9090 (Delaware Electric Co-op). Have your account number or service address ready. You can also tap “Power is out” on this page so neighbors know. For downed lines or sparks, stay 35 feet away and call 911.
How often does the power go out in 19973?
In the last 30 days the community reported 2 outage(s) in 19973 (1 in the last 7 days). The average outage lasted 24h 1m and the longest 24h 2m. Reliability grade: F (very poor – very frequent or long outages).
Are there planned power outages in Seaford?
No scheduled maintenance outage is listed for 19973 right now. Utilities usually notify affected customers directly by phone, text or email.
What city and county is ZIP code 19973 in?
ZIP code 19973 is in Sussex County, Delaware. USPS primary city: Seaford (also accepted: Blades). Area code(s): 302 410 443 667.
What should I do when the power goes out?
Check your breaker panel, then report the outage to your utility. Keep fridge and freezer doors closed (food stays safe about 4 hours in a closed fridge and 48 hours in a full freezer). Unplug sensitive electronics. Never run a generator, grill or camp stove indoors or in a garage. If someone relies on medical equipment or it is dangerously hot or cold, call 911 or dial 211 for the nearest cooling or warming center.
Power outage in Seaford, DE: what to do
This page tracks community reports of power outages for Seaford, ZIP code 19973, in Sussex County, Delaware. When someone nearby reports an outage, the status above updates within seconds; when the lights come back on, tapping "Power is back" helps everyone know.
Always report the outage to your electric utility as well – this site does not notify utilities. For downed power lines, sparking equipment, fire or carbon monoxide, stay away and call 911.