Power Outage in South Orange, NJ

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Massachusetts Electric
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Dominion Energy
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Niagara Mohawk Power
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Jersey Central Power and Light
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South Orange Power Outages Caused by Weather

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July 1, 2016 - Thunderstorm Wind

Power lines were reported down in South Orange.

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At least 2 dead as Hurricane Nicole weakens after striking Florida | CNN Close icon

At least two people have died during the damage wrought by Nicole's overnight landfall Thursday along Florida's eastern shore, which knocked out power to thousands, pushed buildings near collapse and flooded the coast as the first hurricane to hit the United States in November in nearly 40 years.

Nov 11, 2022

Hurricane Nicole: Florida picks up after storm kills at least 5 and leaves 'unprecedented' damage to Daytona-area coastline | CNN Close icon

As Nicole threatens the Carolinas and Virginia on Friday with tornadoes and flooding, Floridians -- many still recovering from Hurricane Ian -- are picking up the pieces after this week's storm killed at least five people and ripped apart buildings with its dangerous storm surge and powerful winds.

Nov 10, 2022

DeSantis: Hurricane Ian looters could get shot; sees progress with power outages | National | stardem.com

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sees progress being made with widespread power outages from Hurricane Ian and warned Friday that storm-related looters could get shot.

Oct 1, 2022

4 things holding back restoration of Florida’s electric grid - POLITICO POLITICO

More than 1.6 million customers in the state remained without power Friday, with no estimate of how many weeks it will take to restore them all.

Sep 30, 2022

Substantial loss of life' possible in Florida as Hurricane Ian takes aim at South Carolina | CNN Close icon

Ian's vicious combination of winds, rain and storm surge caused at least a dozen deaths, flooded homes, cut off roadways and left millions of Florida residents without power Thursday as it again intensified into a hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean and barreled toward South Carolina.

Sep 30, 2022

Hurricane Ian help coming from PSEG in NJ as path tracked

PSE&G will send 48 employees to Florida to help with the aftermath of Hurricane Ian while the company also preps back home.

Sep 28, 2022

Utility companies gear up for Ian power outages | WUSF Public Media

Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday that the storm will knock out power in parts of the state.

Sep 26, 2022

Downed power lines close I-77 in both directions in south Charlotte Open Navigation Close Navigation

Both directions of Interstate 77 are shut down in south Charlotte Monday morning due to downed power lines across the roadway, according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation.

Sep 19, 2022

Pepsi truck hits utility pole prolonging PCLP power outages

A Pepsi tractor-trailer headed down Broad St. in Milford took down a utility pole in front of Wells Fargo Bank at about 9 a.m. on Tuesday morning, rea...

Sep 13, 2022

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Power is flickering on and off for last 1&1/2 hours only on my side of street

Jolene Ryan | January 09, 2019  

Power out on my side of the street, not across though.

Jimb | July 23, 2018  

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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.

South Orange, New Jersey

City South Orange
County Essex
State New Jersey (NJ)
Country United States
Zip Codes 07079

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