Hundreds of Florida line workers deploy north ahead of severe winter storm

Duke Energy Florida is sending hundreds of workers north as a powerful winter storm threatens large portions of the South and East Coast.

Duke Energy customers shocked by unexpected deposit fees added to electric bills: ‘It’s crazy’

Some Duke Energy customers across the Bay Area say they’re doing a double-take after opening their electric bills this month and finding unexpected deposits added on top of what they already owe.

Hurricane Season 2025: Duke Energy gives inside look at control center

As Florida heads into what’s expected to be an above-normal hurricane season, Duke Energy Florida is providing a behind-the-scenes look at the operations center responsible for managing outages and power restoration during major storms.

State approves TECO, Duke rate hikes to recoup $1.55B in hurricane costs

State regulators on Tuesday approved rate increases for Duke Energy and TECO customers to cover costs from Florida's devastating 2024 hurricane season.

Residents could see higher electric bills after Friday filings by energy companies

Bay Area residents could see increases in their monthly electric bills after Duke and TECO Energy companies filed for additional hurricane restoration costs with the state Friday.

Duke Energy proposes lower rate increase than originally sought for Florida customers

Duke Energy Florida and consumer representatives Monday filed a proposed settlement that would increase base electric rates — but not as much as Duke originally sought.

Hurricane Idalia: Monitoring power outages across Tampa Bay area

In addition to storm surge, Florida's Gulf Coast is experiencing widespread power outages after Hurricane Idalia made landfall and utility crews are beginning to respond. 

TECO, Duke Energy customers face higher bills as utility companies ask Florida to approve more rate hikes

Duke Energy Florida and Tampa Electric Co. are seeking state approval to pass along hundreds of millions of dollars in additional costs to customers because of hurricanes and higher-than-expected natural gas prices. If approved, Duke customers would see a 20% increase in their bills, while TECO's rates would go up by 10%.

Duke Energy pledges $1 million to support racial equity organizations

Duke Energy announced the company will donate a million dollars to non-profit groups committed to social justice and racial equity.

Pinellas substation fire causes large power outage

A fire at a Duke Energy substation caused a power outage that’s impacting thousands of people in Pinellas County.