Prepared for Nor’easter 2022

Winter Storm Kenan

January 29, 2022

LIVOAD: A program of the Health and Welfare Council of Long Island

The LIVOAD (Long Island Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster) has been communicating with County partners and the American Red Cross as we prepare for Winter Storm Kenan.

The American Red Cross is actively monitoring the situation. Please click here for Winter Storm preparedness tips and resources.

County Warming Locations & Centers

Nassau County has reported the following warming centers will remain open 24 hours a day until further notice:

Community Room Mitchell Field Administration Building in Uniondale 1 Charles Lindbergh Blvd., First Floor, Uniondale

Cantiague Park Administration Office  480 W. John Street, Hicksville

Wantagh Administration Building  1 King Road, Wantagh

The following warming/shelter options have been reported in Suffolk County:

 Town of Riverhead Anyone who needs shelter should call Riverhead PD at: (631) 727-4500

 Town of Shelter Island Warming center/shelter open as needed call Shelter Island PD: (631) 749-0600

 Town of Southold: Human Resource Center Open (1/29) until 5:00p 750 Pacific Street, Mattituck

 Town of Huntington: Dix Hills Ice Rink Open (1/29) until 12midnight .575 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills

Individuals without access to heat should call 2-1-1.

Additional Resources

To report an outage to PSEG: Text OUT to PSEGLI at 773454 or visit:  https://www.psegliny.com/myaccount/customersupport/contactus

To Report a Downed Power Line to PSEG call: 1-800-490-0075

American Red Cross: How to Get Help: https://www.redcross.org/local/new-york/ or call: 1-877-733-2767

American Red Cross Preparedness Guide:                                                                                                                                                     https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/winter-storm.html

Nassau County OEM:  https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/1620/Emergency-Management

Click here to sign up for Nassau County Emergency Alerts

 Suffolk County OEM: https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/FRES/

Click here to sign up for Suffolk County Emergency Alerts

NWS New York Tropical Page: https://www.weather.gov/okx/tropical

NWS New York Website: https://www.weather.gov/okx/

NWS New York Summer DSS Website: https://www.weather.gov/okx/emnew_summer

River Gauges and Forecasts: https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=okx

NWS New York Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NWSNewYorkNY

NWS New York Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/NWSNewYorkNY

Online Severe Weather Reporting: https://www.weather.gov/okx/SubmitStormReport

PSEG Long Island is committed to working safely to restore potential power outages and provide excellent service 

(UNIONDALE, N.Y. – Jan. 28, 2022) – PSEG Long Island is prepared for the strong winds and heavy snow that may potentially hit the service area Friday night through Saturday.

Depending on how the storm tracks, snow accumulations could range between 6 and 20 inches. The forecast also predicts strong winds with the possibility of peak gusts of up to 65 mph – conditions that could break tree limbs, pull down wires and cause outages.

“PSEG Long Island continues to monitor this nor’easter, and we are prepared to respond,” said Michael Sullivan, vice president of Transmission & Distribution at PSEG Long Island. “We have performed system and logistic checks, and have additional personnel at the ready. However the storm tracks, our crews will safely restore any outages as quickly as these wintry conditions allow.”

More than 900 line workers, tree trimmers, surveyors and other utility personnel will be dedicated to the restoration on Saturday.

During this storm, PSEG Long Island may use an enhancement to its outage communications process to increase the accuracy of estimated times of restoration (ETRs). With this enhancement, customers contacting the Call Center early in the storm may receive an “Assessing Conditions” message rather than an ETR message. This will allow crews to assess storm impact first to provide more precise ETRs. For more information about this new process, visit https://www.psegliny.com/outages/estimatedrestorationtimes.

COVID-19-related storm processes remain in place to ensure the health and safety of employees and the public. To that end, we ask that customers remain in their homes when crews are working nearby. If customers must speak with our crews, we ask them to practice responsible “physical distancing” and remain at least 6 feet away. For more information about how PSEG Long Island continues to live up to its commitment to safety during the pandemic, please visit www.psegliny.com/covid19.

Customers are asked to note the important storm safety tips below and to visit https://www.psegliny.com/safetyandreliability/stormsafety for additional storm preparation information.

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PSEG Long Island Storm Update

PSEG Long Island Storm Update —

Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, 12:30 p.m.

Customer Safety:

 

Prepared for Remnants of Tropical Storm Ida

Prepared for Remnants of Tropical Storm Ida

PSEG Long Island is committed to working safely to restore any
potential power outages and providing excellent service

 

(UNIONDALE, N.Y. – Aug. 31, 2021) – PSEG Long Island is ready for the remnants of Tropical Storm Ida, forecasted to bring heavy rain, isolated thunderstorms and potentially gusty winds to the service area Wednesday night into Thursday. Employees are performing system checks and prepping for any potential outages.

“Ida has weakened substantially from the Category 4 hurricane that struck Louisiana,” said Michael Sullivan, senior director of Transmission & Distribution at PSEG Long Island. “However, we do expect heavy rain and the chance of some wind gusts that could send debris flying, topple trees with rain-soaked root systems, and bring down power lines. Employees and contractors are prepared to respond to and restore any outages caused by the storm safely and as quickly as possible.”

PSEG Long Island has personnel ready to respond throughout the storm.

PSEG Long Island’s employees have been working continuously for the past seven years to make the electric infrastructure more resilient to extreme weather. From storm hardening upgrades to ongoing enhanced tree maintenance, the company’s proactive work allows the system to better withstand extreme weather.

COVID-19-related storm processes have been adjusted to continue to keep the health and safety of employees and customers at the forefront, even during these unusual times.

As part of our physical distancing protocols, we ask that customers remain in their homes when crews are working nearby. If customers must speak with our crews, we ask that they practice responsible physical distancing and remain at least 6 feet away to help ensure the health of everyone involved. For more information about how PSEG Long Island continues to live up to its commitments during the pandemic, please visit www.psegliny.com/covid19.

Customers should prepare, be cautious and stay alert to their surroundings during and after storms. Review storm preparation tips at https://www.psegliny.com/safetyandreliability/stormsafety.

Stay connected:
· Download the PSEG Long Island mobile app to report an outage and receive information on restoration times, crew locations and more
· To report and receive status updates via text, text OUT to PSEGLI (773454) or visit us online at www.psegliny.com/outages
· To report an outage or downed wire call PSEG Long Island’s 24-hour Electric Service number: 800-490-0075
· Follow PSEG Long Island on Facebook and Twitter to report an outage and for updates before, during and after the storm
· View PSEG Long Island’s outage information across Long Island and the Rockaways online at https://mypowermap.psegliny.com

PSEG Long Island
PSEG Long Island operates the Long Island Power Authority’s transmission and distribution system under a long-term contract. PSEG Long Island is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a publicly traded diversified energy company.

Prepared for Tropical Storm Henri

Update on Tropical Storm Henri

August 20, 2021

Information provided by Long Island Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (LIVOAD) and Health and Welfare Council of Long Island (HWCL

There is a Hurricane Warning in effect for Eastern Long Island.
There is a Tropical Storm Warning in effect for Nassau County.
There are Storm Sturge Warnings in effect for northern and eastern portions of Long Island.
There are continued Storm Surge Watches in effect for portions of western Long Island around the south shore.

Henri is now a Category 1 Hurricane. 

Click here to read the latest National Weather Service Briefing (12pm August 21). 

The Governor has declared a State of Emergency in advance of the storm. 

Partner Updates

Nassau County:  Nassau County will fully activate their EOC in person at 10:00pm today, August 21 and will remain open through Monday.  Richard Vernon of the Salvation Army will represent the LIVOAD on August 22.  Click here for Nassau County weather advisories.  

See below for Nassau County resources. 

Suffolk County:  Suffolk County will activate their EOC at 8:00pm today,  August 21. Tommi-Grace Melito from HWCLI will represent the LIVOAD remotely.   Click here for the latest Suffolk County weather advisory (1pm 8/21).  See below for Suffolk County resources. 

NYS DHSES: The State ESF6 Mass Care will be activating with the State EOC tomorrow morning (8/22) at 8:00am. They are also working with state partners in support of hurricane response.

FEMA: FEMA has activated their Regional Response Coordination Center. FEMA is also pre-positioning resources at this time. Currently, they have the following staged: 60k meals, 98k water, 2,100 cots, 20 infant kits.  See below for FEMA preparedness resources. 

American Red Cross: American Red Cross is standing up and staffing several shelters across Long Island.  See below for ARC resources and how to access more information on ARC Shelters.  

The following ARC shelter locations will be open to the public at 7:00pm tonight: 

*Please remember to contact Red Cross for Shelter Information (1-800-733-2767)*

Salvation Army: Salvation Army is monitoring the storm as well as preparing their five community centers on Long Island for possible scaled emergency food programs, pre-staging distribution supplies, and prepping their emergency vehicle fleet. They will represent the LIVOAD at the Nassau County EOC. 

PSEG: PSEG is currently monitoring and preparing for the storm. Click here to read their preparation plans for situational awareness. See below for PSEG resources. 

Long Island Volunteer Center: LIVC has updated all of their website information in preparation the need for volunteers to respond. Their website address is:  www.longislandvolunteercenter.org/

Additional Resources

To report an outage to PSEG: Text OUT to PSEGLI at 773454 or visit: https://www.psegliny.com/myaccount/customersupport/contactus

To Report a Downed Power Line to PSEG call: 1-800-490-0075

To report a gas leak to National Grid call: 1-800-490-0045

211 Long Island: Call 2-1-1 for non-emergency related assistance

American Red Cross: How to Get Help: https://www.redcross.org/local/new-york/greater-new-york/get-help.html

American Red Cross Preparedness Guide:  https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/

Nassau County OEM:  https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/1620/Emergency-Management

Sign up for Nassau County Emergency Alerts: https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/2920/Emergency-Notification-Sign-Up

Suffolk County OEM: https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/FRES/Office-of-Emergency-Management

Sign up for Suffolk County Emergency Alerts: https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/FRES/Office-of-Emergency-Management/suffolkalert-notifications

NWS New York Tropical Page: https://www.weather.gov/okx/tropical

NWS New York Website: https://www.weather.gov/okx/

NWS New York Summer DSS Website: https://www.weather.gov/okx/emnew_summer

River Gauges and Forecasts: https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=okx

NWS New York Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NWSNewYorkNY

NWS New York Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/NWSNewYorkNY

Online Severe Weather Reporting: https://www.weather.gov/okx/SubmitStormReport

 

PSEG Long Island: Storm Update – Aug. 21, 2021 12:30 p.m.

 Prepare for a storm:

Customer safety:

 Other important safety notes:

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Update on Tropical Storm Henri

Evening Briefing – August 20, 2021

Information provided by Long Island Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (LIVOAD) and Health and Welfare Council of Long Island (HWCLI)

There is a Hurricane Warning in effect for Eastern Long Island.
There is a Tropical Storm Warning in effect for Nassau County.
There are Storm Sturge Warnings in effect for northern and eastern portions of Long Island.
There are continued Storm Surge Watches in effect for portions of western Long Island around the south shore.

Click here to read the latest National Weather Service Briefing (8pm August 20

Click here to read the latest National Weather Service Briefing (8pm August 20)

Partner Updates

Nassau County:  Nassau County will fully activate their EOC in person at 10:00pm, on Saturday, August 21. Click here for Nassau County weather advisories.  

See below for Nassau County resources. 

Suffolk County:  Suffolk County will activate their EOC at 8:00pm on Saturday, August 21. Click here for the latest Suffolk County weather advisory.  See below for Suffolk County resources. 

NYS DHSES: Prepared to Support Nassau and Suffolk Counties in storm preparations and operations as requested. 

FEMA: FEMA will activate their Regional Response Coordination Center at 8:00am on Saturday, August 21. 

American Red Cross: American Red Cross is monitoring the storm as well as standing up, preparing, and staffing shelter operations. See below for ARC resources. 

Salvation Army: Salvation Army is monitoring the storm as well as preparing their five community centers on Long Island for possible scaled emergency food programs, pre-staging distribution supplies, and prepping their emergency vehicle fleet. 

PSEG: PSEG is currently monitoring and preparing for the storm. Click here to read their preparation plans for situational awareness. See below for PSEG resources. 

Additional Resources

To report an outage to PSEG: Text OUT to PSEGLI at 773454 or visit: https://www.psegliny.com/myaccount/customersupport/contactus

To Report a Downed Power Line to PSEG call: 1-800-490-0075

To report a gas leak to National Grid call: 1-800-490-0045

211 Long Island: Call 2-1-1 for non-emergency related assistance

American Red Cross: How to Get Help: https://www.redcross.org/local/new-york/greater-new-york/get-help.html

American Red Cross Preparedness Guide:  https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/

Nassau County OEM:  https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/1620/Emergency-Management

Sign up for Nassau County Emergency Alerts: https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/2920/Emergency-Notification-Sign-Up

Suffolk County OEM: https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/FRES/Office-of-Emergency-Management

Sign up for Suffolk County Emergency Alerts: https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/FRES/Office-of-Emergency-Management/suffolkalert-notifications

NWS New York Tropical Page: https://www.weather.gov/okx/tropical

NWS New York Website: https://www.weather.gov/okx/

NWS New York Summer DSS Website: https://www.weather.gov/okx/emnew_summer

River Gauges and Forecasts: https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=okx

NWS New York Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NWSNewYorkNY

NWS New York Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/NWSNewYorkNY

Online Severe Weather Reporting: https://www.weather.gov/okx/SubmitStormReport

 

Update on Tropical Storm Henri

August 19, 2021

Information provided by Long Island Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (LIVOAD) and Health and Welfare Council of Long Island (HWCLI)

There is a Hurricane and Storm Surge Watch in effect for Eastern Long Island.
There is a Tropical Storm and Storm Surge Watch in effect for Western Long Island.

Click here to read the National Weather Service Briefing.  

Partner Updates

Nassau County:  Nassau County will fully activate their EOC in person at 10:00pm, on Saturday, August 21.
Click here for Nassau County weather advisories.  See below for Nassau County resources.

Suffolk County:  Suffolk County continues to monitor the storm and is reviewing coastal storm plans.
Click here for the latest Suffolk County weather advisory.  See below for Suffolk County resources.

NYS DHSES: Prepared to Support Nassau and Suffolk Counties in storm preparations and operations as requested.

FEMA: FEMA will activate their Regional Response Coordination Center at 8:00am on Saturday. August 21.

American Red Cross: American Red Cross is monitoring the storm as well as standing up, preparing, and staffing shelter operations.
See below for helpful ARC resources.

PSEG: PSEG is currently monitoring and preparing for the storm. Click here to read their preparation plans for situational awareness.
See below for helpful PSEG resources.

Additional Resources

PSEGTo report an outage to PSEG: To Report a Downed Power Line to PSEG call: 1-800-490-0075

ARCAmerican Red Cross: How to Get Help: https://www.redcross.org/local/new-york/greater-new-york/get-help.html
American Red Cross Preparedness Guide: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/

NCOEMNassau County OEM: https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/1620/Emergency-Management
Sign up for Nassau County Emergency Alerts: https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/2920/Emergency-Notification-Sign-Up

SCOEMSuffolk County OEM: https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/FRES/Office-of-Emergency-Management
Sign up for Suffolk County Emergency Alerts:
https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/FRES/Office-of-Emergency-Management/suffolkalert-notifications

NWS New York Tropical Page: https://www.weather.gov/okx/tropical
NWS New York Website: https://www.weather.gov/okx/
NWS New York Summer DSS Website: https://www.weather.gov/okx/emnew_summer
River Gauges and Forecasts: https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=okx
NWS New York Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NWSNewYorkNY
NWS New York Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/NWSNewYorkNY
Online Severe Weather Reporting: https://www.weather.gov/okx/SubmitStormReport

 

Prepared for Tropical Storm Henri

PSEG Long Island is committed to working safely to restore potential power outages

(UNIONDALE, N.Y. – Aug. 20, 2021) – PSEG Long Island continues to monitor the impending storm. Tropical Storm Henri is intensifying to a Category 1 hurricane as it continues up the coast to Long Island.  As of 8 a.m. today, the weather system is forecasted to bring heavy rains and high winds with peak gusts ranging from 30 to 35 mph in western areas and 50 to 65 mph on the east end of Long Island beginning Sunday morning. Given the potential intensity of the storm, some outages may last up to seven to 10 days. The eastern end of Long Island is expected to experience the most severe weather and impact.

PSEG Long Island is performing system checks and ensuring extra supplies are on hand, including poles and transformers preparing for potential outages.

“We continue to monitor the track of Tropical Storm Henri,” said Michael Sullivan, senior director of Transmission & Distribution at PSEG Long Island. “As the storm makes its way up the coast, employees are preparing for the possibility of high winds that can cause flying debris, and bring down trees and power lines. We encourage our customers to do the same at their homes and businesses.”

PSEG Long Island has personnel ready to respond safely and as quickly as possible throughout the storm. Additionally, more than 1,200 line workers, tree trimmers, surveyors and other utility personnel from both local and off-Island resources are being procured to work alongside PSEG Long Island’s highly trained line personnel.

In addition to having additional personnel and equipment at the ready, PSEG Long Island has strengthened the electric grid to better withstand extreme weather and allow for faster power restoration, including elevating a number of substations above flood level in preparation for this kind of severe weather.

PSEG Long Island’s employees have been working continuously for the past seven years to make the electric infrastructure more resilient to extreme weather. From storm hardening upgrades to ongoing enhanced tree maintenance, the company’s proactive work allows the system to better withstand extreme weather.

COVID-19-related storm processes have been adjusted to continue to keep the health and safety of employees and customers at the forefront, even during these unusual times.

As part of our physical distancing protocols, we ask that customers remain in their homes when crews are working nearby. If customers must speak with our crews, we ask that they practice responsible physical distancing and remain at least 6 feet away to ensure the health of everyone involved. For more information about how PSEG Long Island continues to live up to its commitments during the pandemic, please visit www.psegliny.com/covid19.

During this storm, if necessary, PSEG Long Island may use an enhancement to our outage communications process. With this enhancement, customers contacting the Call Center early in the storm will receive a message that personnel are assessing conditions, rather than an estimated time of restoration (ETR). This change will allow crews to assess storm impact before issuing ETRs, thereby increasing the accuracy of the ETR information being provided. For more information about this new process visit https://www.psegliny.com/outages/estimatedrestorationtimes.

Customers should prepare, be cautious and stay alert to their surroundings during and after storms. Review storm preparation tips at https://www.psegliny.com/safetyandreliability/stormsafety.

Stay connected:

PSEG Long Island

PSEG Long Island operates the Long Island Power Authority’s transmission and distribution system under a long-term contract.  PSEG Long Island is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a publicly traded diversified energy company.

PSEG Long Island Is Preparing for High Heat

PSEG Long Island Is Preparing for High Heat

Smart use of electricity will help ensure peak demand does not exceed forecast

 

 

(UNIONDALE, N.Y. – Aug. 10, 2021) – With Long Island and the entire New York City metropolitan area expecting high temperatures and humidity for the next few days, PSEG Long Island asks its customers to voluntarily conserve electricity when possible.

 In addition to the typical demand challenges faced during high heat, PSEG Long Island is aware of issues affecting some interconnections that provide electricity to the service area and is working with their third party owners. We have set in place proactive measures to address energy demands across Long Island and the Rockaways. PSEG Long Island expects to have sufficient electricity from available sources to meet forecasted customer demand, contingent upon other transmission and generation facilities remaining in service. To ensure the demand does not exceed forecasts, customers in Nassau and Suffolk counties and the Rockaways are asked to use electricity wisely.

As the heat arrives, PSEG Long Island may choose to activate its voluntary Smart Savers Thermostat program to reduce loading on the system and create future savings for customers. Approximately 31,000 customers have voluntarily enrolled in this program.

“With more people working from home, it’s more important than ever that we all do our part to conserve energy and reduce overall peak demand,” said Michael Sullivan, senior director of Transmission and Distribution, PSEG Long Island. “PSEG Long Island has made preparations for this situation and our personnel will work according to plan to provide the electricity we all need. By working together, we can avoid exceeding load forecasts and ensure that everyone’s air conditioning stays on as we weather this heat.”

PSEG Long Island also encourages customers to take these easy and practical energy conservation measures that can reduce peak demand on the system and save them money.

PSEG Long Island

PSEG Long Island operates the Long Island Power Authority’s transmission and distribution system under a long-term contract.  PSEG Long Island is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a publicly traded diversified energy company.

Prepared for Severe Thunderstorms

PSEG Long Island is ready for the severe thunderstorms and high winds that may hit the service area later today. With the potential for hail and wind gusts up to 60 mph, PSEG Long Island employees are performing system checks and prepping for potential outages.

TIPS TO BE SAFE DURING HIGH WINDS

STAY SAFE DURING THUNDERSTORMS & LIGHTNING

“PSEG Long Island has been closely monitoring the weather. From noon until nighttime, we’re seeing a fair chance of severe thunderstorms, with the potential for damaging hail and wind gusts that can topple trees and bring down power lines,” said Michael Sullivan, senior director of Transmission & Distribution at PSEG Long Island. “Our employees and contractors are prepared to respond to and restore outages caused by the storm, safely and as quickly as possible.”

PSEG Long Island has more than 800 lineworkers, tree specialists, damage assessors and other personnel on-Island, standing ready to respond to potential storm damage as soon as conditions allow.

PSEG Long Island has also requested additional line, tree and support personnel from out-of-state to assist with power restoration.

PSEG Long Island’s employees have been working nonstop for the past seven years to make the electric infrastructure more resilient to extreme weather. From storm hardening upgrades to ongoing enhanced tree maintenance, the company’s proactive work allows the system to better withstand extreme weather.

COVID-19-related storm processes have been adjusted to continue to keep the health and safety of employees and customers at the forefront, even during these unusual times.

As part of our physical distancing protocols, we ask that customers remain in their homes when crews are working nearby. If customers must speak with our crews, we ask that they practice responsible physical distancing and remain at least 6 feet away to ensure the health of everyone involved. For more information about how PSEG Long Island continues to live up to its commitments during the pandemic, please visit www.psegliny.com/covid19.

During this storm, if necessary, PSEG Long Island may use an enhancement to our outage communications process. With this enhancement, customers contacting the Call Center early in the storm will receive a message that personnel are assessing conditions, rather than an estimated time of restoration (ETR). This change will allow crews to assess storm impact before issuing ETRs, thereby increasing the accuracy of the ETR information being provided. For more information about this new process visit https://www.psegliny.com/outages/estimatedrestorationtimes.

Customers should prepare, be cautious and stay alert to their surroundings during and after storms. Review storm preparation tips at https://www.psegliny.com/safetyandreliability/stormsafety.

Tropical Storm Elsa

Friday, July 9, 2021, 3:30 p.m.

PSEG Long Island Storm Update 

 

Customer Safety:

 

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Friday, July 9, 2021, 6:30 a.m.

PSEG Long Island Storm Update 

Customer Safety:

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Updated July 7, 2021 7:45pm

Tropical Storm Elsa

Confidence is increasing that Tropical Storm Elsa will likely track near or possible over the Tri-State coast early Friday. The Tropical Storm Warning is for both Nassau and Suffolk County.

Nassau County OEM has activated their 120 Hour Timeline and will activate the EOC effective tonight at 10 PM.

Suffolk County will activate the EOC effective Friday morning at 6 AM.

Please click here for information on how to report an outage to PSEG.

HAZARDS & IMPACTS
Severe Thunderstorms: Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible this afternoon mainly north and west of NYC. The NWS Storm Prediction Center has placed parts of the area in a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms with damaging winds as the largest threat, this afternoon.

Rainfall: 1-3 inches of rainfall is expected on Friday from 2 AM to 12 PM.

Tropical Storm: Tropical Storm Warnings are now in effect for much of the area. Flash Flood Watches have also been issued for portions of the area.

Dangerous rip currents: A period of heavy rain, rough marine and surf conditions and dangerous rip currents is expected this afternoon into Friday Afternoon.

Winds: A period of tropical storm force winds is possible across Long Island and SE CT late tonight into Friday morning until around 8 AM.

Information provided by Health & Welfare Council of Long Island

View tips to help prepare yourself and your family

 

Updated July 7, 2021 5:30pm

Tropical Storm Elsa may impact our region over the next two days.

Nassau County OEM has activated their 120 Hour Timeline and will activate the EOC effective July 8.

Suffolk County is not activating at this time but continues to monitor the progress of the storm.

Please click here for information on how to report an outage to PSEG.

HAZARDS & IMPACTS
Severe Thunderstorms: A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for the tri-state area until 11pm. See updates here:
Temperatures: Max Heat index values of 100 to 103 F across much of northeastern NJ, and in mid 90s to near 100 elsewhere within the heat advisory. There is an increased risk of heat related illness with prolonged outdoor activity.

Dangerous rip currents: There is a risk of rip currents at the Atlantic Ocean facing beaches today.

Winds: Primary threat with severe thunderstorms will be locally damaging winds, particularly from NYC north and west. There will be a low and localized threat for flash flooding in the same region as well.

Stay tuned to the latest forecast updates over the next 24 hours for refinement of the storm track and hazard/impact information.

View tips to help prepare yourself and your family

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
NWS New York Tropical Page: https://www.weather.gov/okx/tropical
NWS New York Website: https://www.weather.gov/okx/
NWS New York Summer DSS Website: https://www.weather.gov/okx/emnew_summer
River Gauges and Forecasts: https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=okx
NWS New York Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NWSNewYorkNY
NWS New York Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/NWSNewYorkNY
Online Severe Weather Reporting: https://www.weather.gov/okx/SubmitStormReport

Information provided by Health & Welfare Council of Long Island

 

Updated July 7, 2021 1:00pm

PREPARED FOR REMNANTS OF TROPICAL STORM ELSA
PSEG Long Island is committed to working safely to restore any potential power outages and providing excellent service

PSEG Long Island is ready for the first named hurricane of the season to reach our area, forecasted to bring heavy rain, and high winds Friday morning. As the remnants of now downgraded Tropical Storm Elsa make its way up the coast, employees are performing system checks and prepping for any potential outages.

“High winds can send debris flying, topple trees and bring down power lines,” said Michael Sullivan, senior director of Transmission & Distribution at PSEG Long Island. “Employees and contractors are prepared to respond to and restore any outages caused by the storm safely and as quickly as possible.”

PSEG Long Island has additional personnel ready to respond throughout the storm.

PSEG Long Island’s employees have been working nonstop for the past seven years to make the electric infrastructure more resilient to extreme weather. From storm hardening upgrades to ongoing enhanced tree maintenance, the company’s proactive work allows the system to better withstand extreme weather.

COVID-19-related storm processes have been adjusted to continue to keep the health and safety of employees and customers at the forefront, even during these unusual times.

As part of our physical distancing protocols, we ask that customers remain in their homes when crews are working nearby. If customers must speak with our crews, we ask that they practice responsible physical distancing and remain at least 6 feet away to ensure the health of everyone involved. For more information about how PSEG Long Island continues to live up to its commitments during the pandemic, please visit www.psegliny.com/covid19.

During this storm, if necessary, PSEG Long Island may use an enhancement to our outage communications process. With this enhancement, customers contacting the Call Center early in the storm will receive a message that personnel are assessing conditions, rather than an estimated time of restoration (ETR). This change will allow crews to assess storm impact before issuing ETRs, thereby increasing the accuracy of the ETR information being provided. For more information about this new process visit https://www.psegliny.com/outages/estimatedrestorationtimes.

Customers should prepare, be cautious and stay alert to their surroundings during and after storms. Review storm preparation tips at https://www.psegliny.com/safetyandreliability/stormsafety

Beat the Heat: Extreme Weather Resources

Updated July 7, 2021 12:00pm

A heat advisory is in effect until 8:00pm for parts of our region including Eastern Suffolk County.

Extreme heat can be particularly dangerous for senior citizens and people with limited mobility and chronic health conditions. Please be sure to check on friends and neighbors who may be vulnerable. Stay safe!

Know the Warning Signs

Call 911, if you or someone you know is experiencing any of the following symptoms:
Hot, dry skin
Trouble breathing
Rapid heartbeat
Confusion, disorientation, or dizziness
Nausea or vomiting

Learn more signs of heat exhaustion, heat stroke and heat cramps and tips to be prepared.

 

NASSAU COOLING LOCATIONS & CENTERS

Hicksville – Cantiague Park Administrative Office
480 West John St., Hicksville
516-571-7056
Monday – Friday from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM

Uniondale – Community Room Mitchell Field Administration Building
1 Charles Lindbergh Blvd., First Floor, Uniondale
516-572-0400

Wantagh Park Community Center*
o1 King Road, Wantagh
516-571-7460
*When activated as a cooling center, the above locations will operate from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

For more information on Nassau Cooling Centers, visit www.nassaucountyny.gov/4690/Warming-Cooling-Centers

SUFFOLK COOLING LOCATIONS & CENTERS

Huntington: (For Town Residents Only) Dix Hills Ice Rink
575 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills, NY 11748

Shelter Island: Shelter Island Senior Center
o44 S. Ferry Road, Shelter Island NY 11964
(631) 749-1059

Riverhead: Senior Center (Open until 4pm)
60 Shade Tree Lane Riverhead NY 11901
631-722-4444

Fire Island: Saltaire Village Hall Library
631-583-5572

Babylon: Town Hall
200 Sunrise Highway Lindenhurst NY 11757
631-957-3000
Senior Centers open as cooling centers.

PSEG Long Island Is Ready for the First Heat Wave of the Season

(UNIONDALE, N.Y. – June 28, 2021) – With a heat wave forecast for the next several days, PSEG Long Island is prepared to meet the demand for additional power and utility crews are ready to respond to service interruptions should they occur.

“Heat waves are one of the forms of extreme weather that PSEG Long Island prepares all year to handle,” said Michael Sullivan, senior director of Transmission and Distribution Operations, PSEG Long Island. “To provide our customers with the outstanding electric service they deserve, we have been upgrading equipment, carefully planning to provide sufficient electric capacity to meet peak demand, and positioning our personnel to respond effectively if needed. We would also like to remind customers of the importance of personal safety in times of high heat.”

During extreme heat conditions, customers should:

-Seek out air-conditioned spaces, if possible, if their homes become too warm.

-Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol.

-Avoid wearing dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays.

-Never leave children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles.

– Avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day, which is between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

High temperatures and high electric demand can sometimes cause scattered heat-related outages. PSEG Long Island will have additional personnel available to address outages safely and as quickly as possible.

Stay connected:

-Download the PSEG Long Island mobile app to report outages and receive information on restoration times, crew locations and more

-To report an outage and receive status updates via text, text OUT to PSEGLI (773454) or visit us online at www.psegliny.com/outages

-To report an outage or downed wire call PSEG Long Island’s 24-hour Electric Service number: 800-490-0075 or use our web chat feature at www.psegliny.com

-Follow PSEG Long Island on Facebook and Twitter to report an outage and for updates before, during and after a storm

-Visit PSEG Long Island’s outage information across Long Island and the Rockaways online at https://mypowermap.psegliny.com

As a reminder, the safety of PSEG Long Island’s customers and employees is the company’s top priority. We ask that customers remain in their homes while crews are working nearby. If customers must speak with our crews, we ask that they practice responsible social distancing and remain at least 6 feet away to ensure the health of everyone involved. For more information about how PSEG Long Island continues to live up to its commitments during the pandemic, please visit www.psegliny.com/covid19.

High temperatures can also lead to higher energy use, resulting in higher electric bills. To help save energy and money this summer, PSEG Long Island recommends the following tips for customers:

-Do not cool an empty house. Set your thermostat higher when you are away, or use a smart thermostat to control the temperature in your home. Customers can receive an incentive on qualifying thermostats for enrolling in PSEG Long Island’s Smart Savers Thermostat program, which can be used to control usage during peak summer days. Visit https://www.psegliny.com/efficiency for more details.

-Seal holes and cracks around doors and windows with caulk or weather-stripping.

-Replace air filters monthly. Dirty filters make your air conditioner work harder.

-Operate appliances in the morning or evening when it is cooler outside.

-Set refrigerators and freezers to the most efficient temperatures

-Replace old appliances with new energy efficient ENERGY STAR® appliances

-Close blinds and draperies facing the sun to keep out the sun’s heat.

-Ceiling fans cool fast and cost less than air conditioning. (In hot weather, set your ceiling fan to spin quickly, counterclockwise to push air downward toward the floor.)

PSEG Long Island energy efficiency programs provide residential and commercial customers with tools to lower energy use and save money. For information on PSEG Long Island energy saving programs and tips visit https://www.psegliny.com/savemoney.

Prepared for Sleet and Snow

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Feb. 17, 2021

 

 

Prepared for Snow, Sleet

PSEG Long Island is committed to working safely to restore any potential power outages and provide excellent service

 

(UNIONDALE, N.Y. – Feb. 17, 2021) PSEG Long Island is prepared for the heavy snow and sleet expected throughout our service territory tomorrow through Friday. These conditions may cause tree limbs to break and pull down wires, causing outages.

“We know how important it is for our customers to have their power during the coldest winter months. We are monitoring the forecast closely and our emergency preparedness plans are activated,” said John O’Connell, vice president of Transmission & Distribution at PSEG Long Island. “Heavy, wet snow can increase the possibility of downed wires and power outages. Our crews stand at the ready to begin restoring service, in the event of any outages, safely and as quickly as conditions allow, and we thank customers in advance for their patience. We encourage our customers to prepare for the storm as well.”

PSEG Long Island has additional personnel ready to respond, and is performing system and logistics checks to ensure the availability of critical materials, fuel and other supplies.

COVID-19-related storm processes have been adjusted to continue to ensure the health and safety of employees and customers remain at the forefront, even during these unusual times.

As part of our social distancing protocols, we ask that customers remain in their homes when crews are working nearby. If customers must speak with our crews, we ask that they practice responsible “social distancing” and remain at least 6 feet away to ensure the health of everyone involved. For more information about how PSEG Long Island continues to live up to its commitments during the pandemic, please visit www.psegliny.com/covid19.

During this storm, if necessary, PSEG Long Island may use an enhancement to our outage communications process. With this enhancement, customers contacting the Call Center early in the storm will receive an “Assessing Conditions” message, rather than an estimated time of restoration (ETR). This change will allow crews to assess storm impact before issuing ETRs, thereby increasing the accuracy of the ETR information being provided. For more information about this new process visit https://www.psegliny.com/outages/estimatedrestorationtimes.

Customers should prepare, be cautious and stay alert to their surroundings during and after storms. Review storm preparation tips at https://www.psegliny.com/safetyandreliability/stormsafety.

 

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PSEG Long Island operates the Long Island Power Authority’s transmission and distribution system under a long-term contract. PSEG Long Island is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a publicly traded diversified energy company.

 

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