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Duke Energy Florida is ready to respond; urges customers to prepare for Hurricane Isaias

PR Newswire•08/10/2026•09:10 ET
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Key Highlights

  • ➤Hurricane Isaias threatens power outages across Duke Energy Florida’s service territory
  • ➤Duke Energy crews prepared to begin power restoration when conditions are safe
  • ➤Duke Energy Florida supplies 2 million customers across 13,000 square miles

Expert Statements

Todd Fountain, Duke Energy Florida storm director

“As Hurricane Isaias approaches, Duke Energy meteorologists are closely tracking the storm. Our crews are prepared to restore power as soon as conditions allow”

Todd Fountain, Duke Energy Florida storm director

“The safety of our customers, communities and employees remains our top priority.”

Duke Energy Florida is ready to respond; urges customers to prepare for Hurricane Isaias PR Newswire

* Potential for power outages due to strong winds and heavy rain * Crews will begin power restoration as soon as conditions are safe to do so ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy Florida is ready to respond as Hurricane Isaias threatens power outages across our service territory. Customers should prepare now, follow emergency management warnings and remain vigilant throughout the storm.

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