PSE&G ALERT ISSUED

From PSE&G via the Township

Weather Alert - Message from PSE&G

PSE&G is closely monitoring the track of the first snowstorm of the new year and is making emergency preparations should the storm bring heavy snow and gusty winds to our service territory.
PSE&G is closely monitoring the track of the first snowstorm of the new year and is making emergency preparations should the storm bring heavy snow and gusty winds to our service territory. The storm is expected to begin impacting New Jersey today and continue in to Friday before clearing.
In anticipation of the storm, PSE&G is taking the following steps to ensure that it is ready to respond to any resulting power outages:

· Ensuring that all available personnel are ready to respond.
· Arranging for contractors, including tree crews, to assist PSE&G’s own skilled workforce.
· Ensuring that additional supplies, such as poles, transformers and other pole-top equipment, are on hand.
· Ensuring that all vehicles are fueled and ready to go.
· Testing generators at utility locations.
· Coordinating with county and municipal emergency management personnel to inform them of outages and expedite restoration efforts.
Snow, by itself, does not pose a serious problem for utilities, but heavy snow, icing and strong winds can increase the possibility of downed wires and associated power outages. Cars striking utility poles can also cause wires to come down. The expected frigid temperatures can affect the number of calls we receive from customers with insufficient or no heat.
Depending on the severity of the storm, response times for both electric and gas emergency services may be longer than usual. PSE&G asks for our customers’ patience and cooperation as we work to safely restore service as quickly as possible. As the storm progresses, PSE&G will provide information about estimated restoration times.

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