Power Outage in Vernon, NJ

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Sussex Rural Electric Cooperative
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(877) 504-6463
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Jersey Central Power and Light
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PSE&G
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Dominion Energy
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Delmarva Power
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Vernon Power Outages Caused by Weather

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July 16, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

Many trees were reported snapped near Vernon due to what was likely a strong microburst. Power outages were also reported. Time estimated from radar and public damage report. Wind speeds estimated at around 70 mph but may have been higher. This storm earlier produced a measured 64 mph wind gust with another microburst.

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June 3, 2020 - Thunderstorm Wind

Several reports of tree limbs and power lines down near Route 515 and Vernon Crossing Road near Wawayanda State Park. Time estimated from radar.

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July 29, 2011 - Thunderstorm Wind

A powerful and damaging microburst occurred in Vernon Township during the early evening of the 29th. Estimated maximum wind speeds were 90 mph. Wind damage began near Silver Fox Lane and moved southeast for about two miles and ended near the intersection of State Route 94 and Sand Hill Road. Most of the wind damage was downed trees, estimated at over one thousand as well as downed wires. Several homes sustained roof damage from the combination of either trees falling on them, or the winds themselves. In the Tall Timbers Mobile Home Park, a number of trees also fell on vehicles and damaged mobile homes. One home on Edsall Drive suffered significant roof damage. The family was taken in by the Crystal Springs Resort. A few other families in the area had to leave their home because of wind damage. An amateur radio antenna on Edsall Drive was bent in half. In addition to Edsall Drive, tree wind damage was extensive on Black Walnut Mountain Road, Basswood Drive and Shebe Drive. About 2,000 Jersey Central Power and Light Customers lost power, 500 still did not have power restored on the afternoon of the 30th.

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Oct 30, 2022

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Oct 21, 2022

23,000 Without Power In Passaic, Morris Counties | Sussex Daily Voice

A major power outage was reported Saturday, Oct. 8 in parts of Passaic County.JCP&L's website said nearly 10,200 people were without power in Morris County while 13,600 were in the dark in Passaic County.Power was expected to be restor…

Oct 8, 2022

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The National Weather Service office in Binghamton is advising that some rocky weather could be in store for the final official days of summer.

Sep 19, 2022

Sussex County and Morris County power outage after I-80 accident

80,000 customers were knocked out before crews started re-routing power to substations in Morris and Sussex counties.

Aug 9, 2022

Vehicle Crash Causes Thousands Of Power Outages In Alexandria | West End Alexandria, VA Patch

Vehicle Crash Causes Thousands Of Power Outages In Alexandria - West End Alexandria, VA - Dominion Energy's outage map showed a vehicle crash resulted in over 3,100 outages Monday afternoon.

Aug 8, 2022

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Power was reported still out to hundreds of NYSEG customers in Chenango County and Tioga County early August 5.

Aug 5, 2022

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We have had nearly five days of this current heat wave this week, how much more will we see? Will the current heat wave dip into our weekend here at the Jersey Shore?

Jul 22, 2022

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Power Outage FAQs

What is Power Outage?

Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.

What Causes Power Outages?

  • Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.

What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?

  • Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
  • Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
  • Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
  • Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.

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Vernon, New Jersey

City Vernon
County Sussex
State New Jersey (NJ)
Country United States
Zip Codes 07462

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