Storm Watch: ORU Preps for Potential Severe Weather Monday; Heavy Rain, Possibly T-Storms Expected

Orange and Rockland Utilities (O&R) is preparing to mobilize its emergency response workforce to repair potential damage and restore possible power outages that could result from strong gusty winds, scattered showers, and isolated thunderstorms throughout the region between 3 – 11p.m. Monday into early Tuesday morning.

These potential thunderstorms could pose a significant threat to electric service because its associated high winds and lightning strikes contribute to downing trees, tree limbs, and overhead electric lines — all of which could interfere with the safe, reliable delivery of electric service.

O&R company and contractor overhead line crews, tree removal experts, customer service operators and the rest of the members of the O&R emergency response team will be activated and at the ready to respond to emergencies beginning early Monday afternoon.

O&R Warns

For safety’s sake, O&R warns the public not to touch or approach any downed wire. Assume the wire is energized and dangerous. Call O&R immediately toll-free 1-877-434-4100. Depending on the situation, you may also consider calling your local police to divert traffic from the downed wire’s location until an O&R crew arrives.