Dominion Energy
Virginia Electric & Power Company · Investor-owned utility
Bedford County, Virginia · ZIP 24523
Power Outage in Bedford, VA (24523)
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Outage history for Bedford (24523)
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Since tracking began on October 12, 2026, neighbors in Bedford have confirmed 0 outages totaling 0.0 hours without power.
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Mon, Oct 12, 2026 12:14 PM – Oct 13, 12:14 PM24h Unconfirmed (1 report)
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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)
Appalachian Power (AEP)
Appalachian Power Company · Investor-owned utility
Southside Electric Cooperative (SEC)
Southside Electric Co-op · Electric cooperative
State help
Virginia Department of Emergency Management
State emergency management: disaster declarations, shelters and recovery information.
Virginia State Corporation Commission
Utility regulator: file a complaint if your utility does not resolve an outage, billing or shut-off problem.
211 Virginia
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 24523 in Bedford County, Virginia. 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 Bedford County – live status
| ZIP | City | Status now | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24174 | Thaxton | No reports | — |
| 24556 | Goode | No reports | — |
| 24121 | Moneta | No reports | — |
| 24122 | Montvale | No reports | — |
| 24104 | Huddleston | No reports | — |
| 24095 | Goodview | No reports | — |
| 24551 | Forest | No reports | — |
| 24526 | Big Island | No reports | — |
Neighbors' updates for Bedford
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Power outage questions for Bedford
Is there a power outage in Bedford, VA (24523) right now?
There are no recent community reports of a power outage in Bedford, VA 24523. 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 24523?
Electricity in ZIP code 24523 (Bedford County, Virginia) is provided by Dominion Energy or Appalachian Power (AEP) or Southside Electric Cooperative (SEC), 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 Bedford?
Report it to your utility: 1-866-366-4357 (Dominion Energy); 1-800-956-4237 (Appalachian Power (AEP)); 1-866-878-5514 (Southside Electric Cooperative (SEC)). 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 24523?
In the last 30 days the community reported 1 outage(s) in 24523 (0 in the last 7 days). The average outage lasted 24h and the longest 24h. Reliability grade: D (poor – frequent outages).
Are there planned power outages in Bedford?
No scheduled maintenance outage is listed for 24523 right now. Utilities usually notify affected customers directly by phone, text or email.
What city and county is ZIP code 24523 in?
ZIP code 24523 is in Bedford County, Virginia. USPS primary city: Bedford. Area code(s): 434 540 826.
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 Bedford, VA: what to do
This page tracks community reports of power outages for Bedford, ZIP code 24523, in Bedford County, Virginia. 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.