4:30 PM - NYSEG Crews Continue Restoration Efforts in Binghamton
Town of Willet, S. Otselic and Cincinnatus among hardest hit areas
Company expects majority of customers to be restored by 10 p.m. Thursday
BINGHAMTON, NY — July 17, 2024, 4:30 PM — New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) crews continue its restoration efforts in the Binghamton Division. Currently, there are approximately 2,261 customers without power, which includes Broome, Chenango and Tioga counties. The town of Willet, South Otselic and Cincinnatus are among the hardest hit areas. The Company expects to have the majority of customers restored by 10 p.m. Thursday.
The Company has more than 1500 resources spread across its service areas to help in restoration efforts. Crews are still working to repair hundreds of downed wires and replace dozens of broken poles. NYSEG will continue its restoration efforts until all customers have power restored.
NYSEG is also working with municipalities to provide dry ice and bottled water. The Company will continue to update its website to add more locations and time as they become available. Visit Outage Resources - NYSEG for more information.
See locations and times below:
County | Town | Distribution Site | Address | Days/Hours | Dry Ice/BW |
Cortland | Cincinnatus | Cincinnatus Fire Department | 5722 Telephone Road Extension Cincinnatus, NY 13040 |
07/17/24: 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
Bottled water only |
Tioga | Campville | Campville Station 1 | 6153 State Route 17C Endicott, NY 13760 |
07/17/24: 1 p.m. until gone |
Bottled water only |
Tioga | Candor | Candor Fire Department | 74 Owego Road Candor, NY 13743 |
07/17/24: 1 p.m. until gone |
Bottled water only |
Broome | Lisle | Lisle Fire Department | 9090 Main Street Lisle, NY 13797 |
07/17/24: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. |
Bottled water only |
Broome | Endicott | Endicott Fire Department | 1101 Park Street Endicott |
07/17/24: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. |
Bottled water only |
NYSEG urges customers to remain away from storm debris as it may contain downed wires or other damaged equipment. Customers should assume all downed wires are energized and dangerous and should be reported by calling NYSEG’s emergency line at 800.572.1131 or contacting 911.
NYSEG will maintain providing regular updates to the general public until complete restoration via the company’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter). The company also offers customers the following reminders to stay safe during a power outage:
Outage Information
- Sign up for Outage Alerts to receive updates automatically by phone, text, or e-mail as the company updates the status of the restoration process in their area. Customers can sign up for outage alerts by visiting here for NYSEG.
- Customers can use the NYSEG mobile app to report and check the status of outages. To download the application, customers should search “AVANGRID” in the Apple or Android app stores and select “NYSEG.” The application is free to download.
Stay Away From Downed Wires
- Stay at least 30 feet from a downed power line.
- If a downed wire comes in contact with your vehicle, stay inside and wait for help. If you must get out because of fire or other danger, jump clear of the vehicle to avoid any contact with the vehicle and the ground at the same time. Land with your feet together and hop with feet together or shuffle away; don’t run or stride.
- NYSEG customers should call 800.572.1131 to report downed power lines or other hazardous situations.
During a Power Interruption
- Contact neighbors to see if their power is off. A loss of power may be the result of a blown fuse or a tripped circuit breaker.
- To report a power interruption,use the NYSEG Mobile App, visit nyseg.com or contact NYSEG at 800.572.1131.
- Keep refrigerators and freezers closed as much as possible. Most food will last 24 hours if you minimize the opening of refrigerator and freezer doors.
Power Restoration Priorities
The Company’s first priority is to respond to reports of downed power lines to keep the public safe. NYSEG customers are asked to call 800.572.1131 to report downed wires. Once this vital public safety work is complete, the Company will:
- Assess the damage to the electricity delivery system.
- Develop a detailed restoration plan.
- Make repairs as quickly as possible.
For additional information, including storm preparation tips, storm safety information, generator safety information, restoration priorities and emergency resources, visit Outage Central at nyseg.com and on the company’s social media pages:
- Facebook: @NYSEandG
- Instagram: @nyseg.co
- X: @NYSEandG
NYSEG is a subsidiary of AVANGRID Inc.
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Media Contact:
- Alexis Arnold
alexis.arnold@avangrid.com
585.953.3159