Tree Trimming, Removal To Reduce Power Outages In Wyckoff: Orange & Rockland

WYCKOFF, NJ — Because tree interference is a frequent cause of power outages, Rockland Electric, a subsidiary of Orange and Rockland, will be removing and trimming trees along distribution lines in Wyckoff, as part of a four-week project starting in November.

"Rockland Electric is committed to ensuring that electric distribution lines are properly maintained," a company notice said. "Periodic tree maintenance along overhead distribution wires is critically important."

Beginning on or about Nov. 1, O&R will remove overhanging branches in the area of the lock-out zone, defined as the portion of the distribution circuit from the substation exits to the first protective device.

Nelson Tree Service, under O&R supervision, was contracted for the work, which will take place on the following streets:

Franklin Avenue, Main Street, Wyckoff Avenue, Godwin Avenue, Crescent Avenue, Weymouth Road, Edgewood Avenue, Harding Road, Brookside Avenue, Hartung Drive, Monroe Avenue, Van Houten Avenue, Shadyside Drive and associated side streets.

Mature trees may be exempt from removal at the "reasonable discretion" of the electric distribution company's vegetation manager as it pertains to the lock-out zone, according to state Board of Public Utilities regulations.