Storms Leave Thousands Without Power in New York
Power Outages Affecting People in New York City and Chester County
The first power outage struck the borough of Brooklyn in New York City just 8.30 pm EDT. A ConEdison spokeswoman told The News Wire that at least 3,500 customers were without power as a result of downed wires. She said the incident was reported to be in the area of 76th street. A level 1 mobilization of the New York Police department was called to ensure safety in the affected area.
A separated power failure in Chester County, New York at the same time left up to 5,000 customers without power. The ConEdison spokeswoman said there were scattered power outages in the western part of Chester County.
There were no immediate reports of incidents during the power outage and it was not clear when power was expected to be restored.
Published by Michael van Poppel
I am a freelance news editor with a professional journalism background. View profile
Tips for Making Your Life Easier During a Power OutageDealing with a power outage is never fun, but there are a few ways to make life a little easier until your power returns.- What To Do And What Not Do In A Power OutageSeveral pointers for what to do and what not to do in a power outage.
- Preparing for a Power Outage: Things You Might Consider and Others You May Not HavePlanning is essential for peace of mind during a power outage. These simple steps will help you to get ready.
What to Do with Your Food During and After a Power OutageHere are some guidelines for handling food during and after a power outage. - Five Ways to Quickly Adjust to an Unexpected Power OutageWhen you suffer a power outage it can be difficult to acclimate to your new situation. This article present five easy ways to quickly adjust to the inconveniences a power outage brings.
- Coffee Shops Off the Beaten Path in New York City
- Obtaining Background (Extra) Work in New York City
- Power Outage Strands Arkansas Coaster Passengers Upside Down
- Keep Cool During Heat Wave and Power Outage Crisis
- How to Plan for a Power Outage
- Bangor, Maine, Has Massive Power Outage
- Would YOU Be Prepared for a Power Outage like the One that Hit South Florida and M...