Early Wednesday morning, Apex residents woke to a widespread power outage that affected roughly 2,400 customers, according to the town’s outage map posted at 6:45 a.m. The interruption was most pronounced in the neighborhoods surrounding New Hill Olive Chapel Road and Humie Olive Road, north of U.S. Highway 1 and near Pleasant Park.
Local utility personnel were dispatched promptly after the outage was reported. While the exact cause of the disruption has not yet been confirmed, officials indicated that crews are on the ground conducting inspections of the affected lines and equipment. The utility’s priority is to identify any fault—whether a downed line, equipment failure, or external factor—and to restore power safely and efficiently.
Residents in the affected area were advised to take standard safety precautions during the outage. This includes keeping refrigerator and freezer doors closed to preserve food, using flashlights rather than candles to reduce fire risk, and unplugging sensitive electronics to protect them from potential power surges when service resumes.
Community leaders emphasized the importance of patience as crews work through the restoration process. “We understand how disruptive a loss of electricity can be for families and businesses,” said a town spokesperson. “Our utility partners are making every effort to bring power back as quickly as possible while ensuring the safety of both workers and the public.”
In addition to the immediate response, the town’s emergency management team is monitoring the situation closely. They are prepared to provide updates through local news outlets, the town’s official website, and social‑media channels. Residents are encouraged to report any new developments, such as downed power lines or hazards, to the utility’s emergency hotline.
Power outages, while inconvenient, also serve as a reminder of the critical role that reliable electricity plays in daily life—supporting everything from home heating and cooling to communication and medical equipment. The town of Apex continues to work with its utility partners to maintain a resilient electrical grid and to mitigate future disruptions.
As of the latest update, the utility has not provided a definitive timeline for full restoration. Officials will continue to share information as it becomes available, and they ask that residents remain alert for any safety notices or service advisories.
Original reporting: WRAL Raleigh — read the source article.
