Sun Oct 13 11:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Duke Energy Florida Announces Power Restoration Timeline After Hurricane Milton
**ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.** – Duke Energy Florida has released estimated restoration times for customers impacted by Hurricane Milton, with the majority expected to have power restored within days. The utility is deploying 16,000 resources and numerous crews working around the clock to restore service.
“We want to assure our customers that they will have their power back on within days, not weeks,” said Todd Fountain, Duke Energy Florida storm director. “We thank our team, local officials, first responders, and our customers for their continued patience.”
While some customers may see power restored sooner, the majority of affected homes and businesses are expected to be back online by the following days/times [Insert specific dates and times provided in the original text].
Customers can report power outages through various channels, including [List the four ways mentioned in the original text].
For customers experiencing damage to their property’s meter base, breaker panel, or customer-owned electrical wiring, Duke Energy recommends contacting their local municipalities for guidance. Inspections may be required after repairs are completed.
The most up-to-date information about power outages can be accessed on Duke Energy’s Outage Map or by enrolling in Outage Alerts.
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