PSEGLI Urges Customers To Plan For Future Emergencies

UNIONDALE, NY — With September National Preparedness Month and peak hurricane season, PSEG Long Island reminds customers to avoid waiting for future emergencies or disasters.

“We have already seen the results of this year’s busy hurricane season across the United States. Natural disasters and other emergencies can disrupt access to goods and services that support our day-to-day lives," said David Lyons, interim president and COO of PSEG Long Island. “The safety of our employees, customers and contractors has always been PSEG Long Island’s top priority."

Lyons said having plans in place "limits the negative impact an emergency has on your household.”

PSEG Long Island outlined several tips for staying ahead of severe weather or emergencies.

• Ensure you have a battery-powered radio and fresh batteries.
• Check your supply of flashlights, blankets, nonperishable food and bottled water.
  
• Charge your cell phones, tablets and other mobile devices.
  
• Make sure to have cash available. Banks may be closed or inaccessible after a storm.
• Fill up your vehicle’s fuel tank.
• Compile a list of emergency phone numbers, including PSEG Long Island’s 24-hour Electric Service number: 1-800-490-0075.
  

PSEG Long Island is taking proactive measures with enhancements and upgrades to its systems and its storm processes, including its contingency procedures.