AES Indiana experienced a significant power outage on June 19, 2024, affecting thousands of customers in the Indianapolis metropolitan area. The outage, reportedly caused by equipment failure due to extreme heat, left homes and businesses without electricity for several hours. AES crews worked to restore power throughout the day and into the evening, prioritizing critical infrastructure like hospitals and emergency services. While the majority of customers had their power restored relatively quickly, some experienced extended outages, leading to frustration and concerns about the reliability of the power grid during periods of high demand.
