Duke Energy Progress
Investor-owned utility
Brunswick County, North Carolina · ZIP 28461
Power Outage in Boiling Spring Lakes, NC (28461)
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Outage history for Boiling Spring Lakes (28461)
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Since tracking began on October 22, 2026, neighbors in Boiling Spring Lakes have confirmed 0 outages totaling 0.0 hours without power.
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Thu, Oct 22, 2026 10:21 AM – Oct 23, 10:21 AM24h 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)
Brunswick Electric Member Corporation
Electric cooperative
We have not verified an outage number for this utility yet. Use the number on your electric bill or the utility’s website.
State help
North Carolina Emergency Management (NC Department of Public Safety)
State emergency management: disaster declarations, shelters and recovery information.
North Carolina Utilities Commission
Utility regulator: file a complaint if your utility does not resolve an outage, billing or shut-off problem.
211 North Carolina
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 28461 in Brunswick County, North Carolina. 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 Brunswick County – live status
| ZIP | City | Status now | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28465 | Oak Island | No reports | — |
| 28422 | Bolivia | No reports | — |
| 28479 | Winnabow | No reports | — |
| 28462 | Supply | No reports | — |
| 28451 | Leland | No reports | — |
| 28470 | Shallotte | No reports | — |
| 28469 | Ocean Isle Beach | No reports | — |
| 28420 | Ash | No reports | — |
| 28468 | Sunset Beach | No reports | — |
| 28467 | Calabash | No reports | — |
Neighbors' updates for Boiling Spring Lakes
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Power outage questions for Boiling Spring Lakes
Is there a power outage in Boiling Spring Lakes, NC (28461) right now?
There are no recent community reports of a power outage in Boiling Spring Lakes, NC 28461. 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 28461?
Electricity in ZIP code 28461 (Brunswick County, North Carolina) is provided by Duke Energy Progress or Brunswick Electric Member Corporation, 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 Boiling Spring Lakes?
Report it to your utility: 1-800-419-6356 (Duke Energy Progress). 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 28461?
In the last 30 days the community reported 1 outage(s) in 28461 (1 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 Boiling Spring Lakes?
No scheduled maintenance outage is listed for 28461 right now. Utilities usually notify affected customers directly by phone, text or email.
What city and county is ZIP code 28461 in?
ZIP code 28461 is in Brunswick County, North Carolina. USPS primary city: Southport (also accepted: Bald Head Isl, Bald Head Island, Blng Spg Lks, Boiling Spring Lakes, Oak Island, Saint James). Area code(s): 472 910.
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 Boiling Spring Lakes, NC: what to do
This page tracks community reports of power outages for Boiling Spring Lakes, ZIP code 28461, in Brunswick County, North Carolina. 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.