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Downed Utility Pole In Summit Causes Power Outage | Summit, NJ Patch
Downed Utility Pole In Summit Causes Power Outage - Summit, NJ - One lane of traffic is closed on Morris Ave. due to the downed pole, police said.
Power Outage Reported By JCP&L In Summit | Summit, NJ Patch
Power Outage Reported By JCP&L In Summit - Summit, NJ - Jersey Central Power & Light is reporting a power outage in Summit. The City said crews are investigation.
Indelible Memories, Lessons Learned: Superstorm Sandy, 10 Years Later | Toms River, NJ Patch
Indelible Memories, Lessons Learned: Superstorm Sandy, 10 Years Later - Toms River, NJ - The storm changed the face of the Jersey Shore and changed lives all over NJ. Patch takes a look back for the 10th anniversary of the storm.
Cabaret: An Evening With The Stars' To Be Held At Summit High School | Summit, NJ Patch
Cabaret: An Evening With The Stars' To Be Held At Summit High School - Summit, NJ - Life is a cabaret at Summit High School, as students will perform a selection of songs this month to raise money for the theater program.
Summit Family Cancels 'Talking Pumpkin Show' Due To Financial Issues | Summit, NJ Patch
Summit Family Cancels 'Talking Pumpkin Show' Due To Financial Issues - Summit, NJ - Facing a potential eviction and health difficulties, the Summit family who hosts the annual 'Talking Pumpkin Show' had to cancel the event.
A Fixture In Summit': Community Rallies Behind Local 'Hot Dog Man' | Summit, NJ Patch
A Fixture In Summit': Community Rallies Behind Local 'Hot Dog Man' - Summit, NJ - When a beloved hot dog vendor received a hefty fine from the Health Department with no warning, the community raised over $2K to help out.
New Jersey BPU storage incentive proposal targets 1 GW of 4-hour batteries by 2030 | Utility Dive
Utility industry news and analysis for energy professionals.
Pedestrian Safety Issues Addressed By Summit Mayor, Police Chief | Summit, NJ Patch
Pedestrian Safety Issues Addressed By Summit Mayor, Police Chief - Summit, NJ - 'I am seeing a complete decrease in personal responsibility among citizens in our town,' Mayor Nora Radest said at last week's meeting.
Construction At Summit City Hall To Take Place For 1 Week | Summit, NJ Patch
Construction At Summit City Hall To Take Place For 1 Week - Summit, NJ - The entrance to City Hall near the main parking lot will be closed for about one week due to construction, according to the city.
10 Years Since Hurricane Sandy: Share Summit Photos, Stories | Summit, NJ Patch
10 Years Since Hurricane Sandy: Share Summit Photos, Stories - Summit, NJ - This October marks the 10 year anniversary of Superstorm Sandy. How was the Summit community impacted? Share your memories with Patch:
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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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Summit, New Jersey
| City | Summit |
| County | Union |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 07901, 07902 |
A microburst occurred along a line approximately 1/4 to 1/2 mile to the right of, and approximately one minute before, the tornado which tracked from near Garfield Road in Berkley Heights to near Evergreen Road in Summit New Jersey. Dozens of trees and power lines were downed along the path of this microburst, including some onto cars and houses. At its widest point, the microburst was about 500 yards wide, and lasted for just under 5 miles.