Fact Check: Is a Statewide Alabama Power Outage Caused by a Cyberattack on the Grid Real or Fake?
A viral claim circulating on social media warns that an "Alabama power outage" affecting over 200,000 residents was triggered by a cyberattack on the state's electrical grid, leading to panic buying and emergency alerts. However, official sources confirm this is fake. Alabama Power Company and the Alabama Emergency Management Agency report that no widespread outage occurred on the dates mentioned, and the supposed cyberattack is a hoax designed to spread fear. Real-time tracking shows 100% of customers in the affected regions have power, debunking the inflated numbers. The rumor likely stems from a misinterpretation of scheduled maintenance reports in a single county, not a statewide emergency. Stay vigilant and verify such claims with official channels before sharing.