Power Outage in Delaware City, DE

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Delmarva Power
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(800) 375-7117 Report Online
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City of Newark Electric Department
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(302) 366-7050
DEMEC
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(302) 378-2711
Town of Smyrna Electric Department
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(302) 653-9231
New Castle Municipal Serv Comm
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(302) 323-2333

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Weather: What to expect from the remnants of Nicole on Friday, Saturday

Thursday will be the calm before the storm as Nicole, which made landfall in Florida overnight, will bring its remnant moisture our way Friday into Saturday. It's looking more likely that wind will be a concern, though tidal flooding will likely stay away.

Nov 10, 2022

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After a car accident, Ather Sharif didn't know if he would ever work in tech again. Nearly a decade later, his app is revolutionizing how people in wheelchairs get around.

Nov 10, 2022

Tropical Storm Nicole updates: Volusia, Flagler announcements, closings

Updates from Volusia and Flagler counties as Tropical Storm Nicole makes its way through Florida.

Nov 10, 2022

Chesapeake Utilities : Florida Public Utilities, Sharp Energy Continue to Monitor Tropical Storm Nicole, Urging Customers to Prepare | MarketScreener

Yulee, Fla.- Florida Public Utilities and Sharp Energy, subsidiaries of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation, are actively monitoring and preparing for Tropical Storm Nicole, which is expected to... | November 23, 2022

Nov 9, 2022

Florida utility companies preparing for Hurricane Ian power outages

Florida’s two largest electric utilities have some 22,000 workers ready to address anticipated power outages as massive Hurricane Ian takes aim at the state.

Sep 27, 2022

More than 500 without power in River Market area Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

More than 500 customers in the River Market area are without power tonight.

Aug 29, 2022

Brush fire causes power outage in Henlopen Acres | Cape Gazette

The failure of a primary underground cable caused a brush fire along Ocean Drive near Dune Way on the south end of Henlopen Acres. Firefighters from Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company responded to the fire about 2:20 p.m., Aug. 9, just north of...

Aug 9, 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

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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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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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Delaware City, Delaware

City Delaware City
County New Castle
State Delaware (DE)
Country United States
Zip Codes 19706

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