PSEG Long Island Offers Preparedness, Safety Tips As Powerful Nor'Easter Nears

LONG ISLAND, NY — With a powerful nor'easter set to pound Long Island with damaging winds, heavy rain and coastal erosion Sunday into Monday, PSEG Long Island has tips for residents.

"We are prepared for high winds and rain in our area on Sunday from an approaching nor’easter," PSEG Long Island said.

Stormy conditions may last into Monday, with peak wind gusts reaching 60 miles per hour, the National Weather Service said.

"This has the potential to bring down trees and branches onto power lines and cause outages," PSEGLI said.

A full complement of PSEG personnel will be available to respond, and crews will work to restore power safely and as quickly as weather conditions will allow, PSEG said.

PSEG offered suggestions on how to prepare:.

Create an Emergency Kit

• Get a battery-powered radio, alarm clock, flashlights and extra batteries.
• Stock up on bottled water and nonperishable food.
• Charge your cell phone and other electronic devices.
• Include a hand-operated can opener.
• Build a first aid kit with ideas on what to include provided by the Red Cross.
• In the winter, keep a pile of blankets handy. If your home has a fireplace, clean the chimney of debris and stock some firewood.

Prepare for Power Outages

• Charge your phones, tablets, and other mobile devices.
• If you have a landline, ensure you have a corded phone. Cordless phones don't work when the power is out.
• Know how to open your garage door without electricity.
• Know how to reset your home's security system when power returns.

Prepare for Wind or Flooding

• Secure outside objects such as decorations, garbage cans and patio furniture.
• Put sandbags around areas of your property that are prone to flooding.

Report an outage using any of the methods listed below.

Download the PSEG Long Island mobile app to report an outage and track power restoration progress in the Outage Tracker.

Text OUT to PSEGLI (773454) to report an outage and receive status updates via text.

Follow PSEGLI on Facebook, Instagram and X for storm updates or to report an outage.

Call 1-800-490-0075 to report an electric emergency or downed wire.

Report an outage and track progress on the MyPower map or Outages section of our website.

Safety

Stay Clear of Downed Wires

Downed power lines are possible after storms or high winds. Assume any downed wire is a live electric wire and stay at least 30 feet away. Call 1-800-490-0075 to report an electric emergency or downed wire.

Prevent Carbon Monoxide Exposure

Never operate a generator in an enclosed space, including an open garage, and keep it outdoors at least 20 feet away from doors, windows and vents. Install CO alarms on every level of your home, especially near bedrooms. Never use your range or oven to heat your home.