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Blackout hits Manhattan and Queens, thousands without power
The 5:13 a.m. blackout in northern Manhattan lasted for about 30 minutes, with electricity restored before many were even out of bed. The cause of the outage was not immediately clear, according to Con Ed.
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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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East Elmhurst, New York
| City | East Elmhurst |
| County | Queens |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 11369, 11370 |
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