Power Outage in Pennsville, NJ

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Atlantic City Electric
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Pennsville Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

July 1, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

Power lines were downed near Alloway Friesburg Rd. Time estimated from radar.

Cohansey - Cohansey
August 4, 2020 - Tropical Storm

A NJWxNet site at Lower Alloways Creek measured a sustained wind of 44 mph. Downed trees and power lines were reported in the county.

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April 9, 2020 - Thunderstorm Wind

Several reports of downed power lines were received from Penns Grove to Pennsville.

Friendship - Friendship
July 22, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

An mPing report of 3 inch diameter tree limbs or power poles broken.

Auburn - Auburn
June 2, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

US Highway 40 closed between Route 77 and County Road 648 due to downed power cables. Time estimated from radar.

Pittsgrove - Pittsgrove

Episodes

August 29, 2006

A series of thunderstorms with damaging winds that moved through Salem County caused about 1,000 homes and businesses to lose power. Downed large tree limbs and power outages were scattered throughout the county. This first storm hit Salem City the hardest.

August 29, 2006

A series of thunderstorms with damaging winds caused about 1,000 homes and businesses to lose power in Salem County. Downed large tree limbs and power outages were scattered throughout the county. This storm hit Pennsville Township the hardest.

August 29, 2006

A series of thunderstorms with damaging winds caused about 1,000 homes and businesses to lose power in the county. Downed large tree limbs and power outages were scattered throughout the county. This last storm caused the greatest number of outages, concentrated in Woodstown. This storm also affected Pittsgrove Township.

June 1, 2006

Trees and power lines were knocked down at 9:08 PM EDT on June 1st in Carney's Point Township, New Jersey when thunderstorms rumbled across Salem County.

July 27, 2005

A severe thunderstorm knocked down a few trees and wires in Pennsville Township. Atlantic City Electric reported about 2,500 homes and businesses lost power across the southern tier of New Jersey. Power was not fully restored to all customers until the 28th.

News

Friday’s credit card outage shows how vulnerable NJ is

Ever feel we are sometimes too reliant on technology?

Jun 13, 2022

NJ congressman demands answers from JCP&L about multiple outages

Congressman Frank Pallone has sent a letter to the president of Jersey Central Power & Light, demanding that the utility offer detailed explanations about outages that affected his district on Jan. 17, 21 and 26.

Jan 28, 2022

Nor'easter impact on NJ — heavy rain, some power outages loading... loading...

Meteorologist Dan Zarrow said the worst of the storm is behind us although there will be one more surge of rain and gusty winds on Tuesday night.

Oct 26, 2021

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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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Pennsville, New Jersey

City Pennsville
County Salem
State New Jersey (NJ)
Country United States
Zip Codes 08070

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