Keyword: Power outages
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Residents Matthew and Gabrielle Fox welcomed their newborn daughter, Jordyn, to the world on Aug. 10, but a persistent lack of power may delay a return to their south Merrick home.
Merrick family without power almost brought newborn home in the dark
The pandemic was the last of Gabrielle Fox's worries as she checked in to North Shore University Hospital early Monday morning. The expecting mother from Merrick was prepped for a cesarean, and at … more
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A utility pole snapped in two at the corner of Lindgren Street and Elsie Avenue in North Merrick, which was hammered during the storm.
Tropical Storm Isaias batters Bellmore-Merrick
Navigating Bellmore-Merrick’s side streets in the days following Tropical Storm Isaias was comparable to being caught in a dizzying maze. Drivers were forced to three-point turn at the sight … more
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Strong winds create power outages
Strong winds across Long Island have toppled power lines, leaving thousands without electricity. A high wind warning is in effect for the area until 2 p.m., with winds northwest winds of 25 to 35 … more
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Storm leaves thousands without power
Winds and rain from the storm on Wednesday night have left thousands of homes without power, according to PSEG Long Island. As of Thursday at 4;45 p.m., the utility reported that 8,893 households out of its 1.1 million customers on Long Island and the Rockaways do not have power. So far, the utility has restored service to more than 92 percent of the 98,000 customers affected by the storm and expects to have 95 percent restored by the end of the day. more
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PSEG ready for possible storm outages
PSEG warns its customers of potential power outages in the winds and rain from today's storm. PSEG Long Island prepared by performing system checks on critical transmission & distribution … more
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PSEG reports outages from snowstorm
PSEG Long Island is reporting that, as of 4:21 p.m. Friday, 15,756 of its 1.1 million customers across Long Island and the Rockaways are currently without power. UPDATE: As of 4:21 p.m. on Friday: more
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PSEG reports outages from blizzard
PSEG Long Island is reporting that, as of 2:22 p.m. Monday, 522 of its 1.1 million customers across Long Island and the Rockaways are currently without power. UPDATE: As of 2:22 p.m. on Monday: more
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While snow usually isn’t an issue for utilities, the possibility of sleet and ice can increase the likelihood of downed wires and resulting power outages. Cars striking utility poles can also cause wires to come down.
PSEG prepares for storm
Once again, a winter storm is descending on the area. PSEG Long Island reminds its customers to keep safe in case of outages. more
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A downed wire caused power outages in south Merrick on Thursday morning.
Downed electric wire causes power outages in south Merrick
The Merrick Volunteer Fire Department responded to a call for downed power wires in the early morning hours of Jan. 31. The wires were sparking and burning in the front yard of a home at Frankel Boulevard and Arthur Avenue. Firefighters waited at the scene for a Long Island Power Authority repair crew to arrive and turn the electric off. The volunteers stayed to prevent fire from breaking out and spreading. more
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Nassau County is in a watch box for severe weather this afternoon and tonight.
With chance of severe weather, Nassau County postpones outdoor events
In light of what the weather service called a "moderate" risk for severe thunderstorms that could contain heavy rain, damaging wind, lightning, hail and even a tornado, Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano announced the postponement of the Outdoor Summer Movie Night at Eisenhower Park's Lakeside Theatre as well as the Summer Concert Under the Stars at Wantagh Park, both scheduled for tonight. more
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