Virginia power outage map: Nearly 20k Dominion Energy customers without power amid heat warning

Nearly 20,000 Dominion Energy customers in Virginia are currently without power, according to the latest updates on Sunday

Updated on: Jul 28, 2025, 03:37:35 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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Nearly 20,000 Dominion Energy customers in Virginia are currently without power, according to the latest updates, as a heat wave grips the region with temperatures soaring into the triple digits. This comes as the National Weather Service (NWS) in Wakefield has extended an Extreme Heat Warning for parts of east central, south central, and southeast Virginia, effective until 8:00 PM EDT.

Dominion Energy power map shows massive outage in Virginia (Unsplash)

Issued at 12:22 PM EDT, the alert warns of dangerously hot conditions, with heat index values potentially reaching up to 110°F due to oppressive humidity. The warning covers counties including Prince George, Charles City, New Kent, Gloucester, Greensville, Sussex, Surry, James City, Southampton, Isle of Wight, and cities like Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Chesapeake, York, Newport News, Hampton, and Poquoson, urging residents to take immediate precautions as the heat wave intensifies.

According to Virginia's power outage tracker, over 19,000 Dominion Energy customers were without power on Sunday. Nearly 1350 Central Virginia Electric Co-op also faced an outage in the state.

The outages, concentrated in northern Virginia counties like Fairfax, Loudoun, and Arlington.

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Virginia power map shows several residents facing outage (Virginia power outage )

The NWS highlights a significant risk of heat-related illnesses, exacerbated by the combination of high temperatures and humidity, which could overwhelm the body’s ability to cool itself. Affected areas, spanning from Hopewell and Petersburg to the coastal regions near Chesapeake Bay, are experiencing conditions that demand heightened awareness, especially for vulnerable populations.

Residents are advised to stay hydrated, seek air-conditioned environments, and avoid sun exposure, particularly during peak heat hours. The NWS recommends wearing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing and limiting strenuous outdoor activities to early morning or evening.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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