8:00 P.M. NYSEG Crews to Continue Restoring Power Overnight in Oneonta Division

More than 8,300 customers currently without service in Oneonta Division

 

BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — November 13, 2026 | 7:45 p.m. — New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) will continue restoration efforts into the overnight hours after Thursday night’s snowstorm that impacted service to more than 24,000 customers in the Company’s Oneonta division. This division includes Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Greene, Herkimer, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Otsego, Schoharie, and Ulster Counties. Crews have restored power to more than 60 percent of affected customers and will continue work to restore power to the more than 8,300 customers who are still without service.  

 

Many of the outages were caused by wet snow accumulating on trees that still had leaves, adding significant weight and causing the trees to fall. The resulting damage included broken poles, downed wires, blocked roads, and impacts to other infrastructure. Snowfall amounts ranged from four inches to one foot in some areas.  

 

Additional company and contract crews were mobilized on Thursday to support those already engaged. As impacts of the weather system developed overnight, the company has been activating and deploying line resources from across the state to help expedite restoration efforts. Crews will continue their work until every customer has their power restored.   

 

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 1.800.572.1131 or contacting 911.

 

NYSEG will provide regular updates to the general public until complete restoration via the Company’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, and X). 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 email as the companies update 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 1.800.572.1131 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 1.800.572.1131.
  • 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 companies’ first priorities are to respond to reports of downed power lines to keep the public safe. NYSEG customers are asked to call 1.800.572.1131 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
  • X: @NYSEandG
  • Instagram: @nyseg.co

 

Media Contact:
Michael Baggerman
mbaggerman@nyseg.com 
716.368.1284