PSEG ready for possible storm outages

PSEG warns its customers of potential power outages in the winds and rain from today's storm.

PSEG Long Island prepared by performing system checks on critical transmission & distribution equipment and ensuring the availability of critical materials, fuel and other supplies. Workers will be on hand to deal with any outages caused by the predicted high winds and potential flooding. Contractors, including tree crews, will also be available to assist the utility’s own skilled workforce if necessary.

“A storm of the magnitude that is forecasted to impact our service territory has the potential to blow over trees and pull down wires,” said John O’Connell, vice president of Transmission & Distribution at PSEG Long Island. “The conditions that we may face could make it difficult for our crews on the roads and we can’t send crews up in buckets to make electric repairs in extremely windy conditions. We will respond to any service interruptions experienced by our customers as quickly and safely as possible.”

To stay in touch and stay safe with PSEG:

* To report downed wires or power outages, customers should call PSEG Long Island’s Electric Service line at 1-800-490-0075

* Utilize MyAlerts, PSEG Long Island’s text message service. Once registered, report power outages by texting “OUT” to PSEGLI (773454)

* To register, have your account number available and text REG to PSEGLI (773454)

* Check for updates using the outage map at https://www.psegliny.com/c.cfm/Outage

* Charge all mobile phones, tablets and other handheld devices in advance of the storm.