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news7 days ago•7 min saved

NYC Heatwave Triggers Grid Action: Con Edison Cuts Power to 9,800 Queens Homes, Voltage Reduced Citywide

During a brutal NYC heatwave, Con Edison temporarily shut off power to about 9,800 southwest Queens customers to repair equipment, while voltage was reduced by 8% in large parts of Brooklyn and Queens to prevent wider outages, affecting roughly 400,000 customers. Cooling centers opened and dry ice distributed as residents were urged to conserve energy and avoid using major appliances during peak hours.

via amNewYork|

#con-edison #energy-grid #heatwave

crime-and-public-safety1 month ago•14 min saved

Autopsy links heat and trauma in Midtown manhole death

A 56-year-old woman, Donike Gocaj, died after falling into an open manhole in Midtown Manhattan. The medical examiner ruled her death a combination of scald burns with inhalational thermal injury and blunt-force trauma from the fall; Con Edison said a heavy truck may have dislodged the cover and is investigating.

via New York Daily News|

#autopsy #con-edison #crime-and-public-safety

local-news1 month ago•2 min saved

Manhattan woman dies after stepping into open manhole on Fifth Avenue

A 56-year-old woman, Donike Gocaj, died after stepping out of her car on West 52nd Street at Fifth Avenue and falling into an open maintenance hole; steam released during the fall, leading to cardiac arrest. Con Edison is investigating why the hole was uncovered, with reports the cover may have been dislodged by a passing truck; the cover was found about 15 feet from the opening. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about missing covers, as NYC agencies report numerous related service requests this year, though such accidents remain rare.

via The Guardian|

#con-edison #fifth-avenue #local-news

local1 month ago•1 min saved

Fatal Fall Into Uncovered NYC Manhole on Fifth Avenue

A 56-year-old Briarcliff Manor woman died after stepping out of her car and falling about 10 feet into an uncovered maintenance hole on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan; Con Edison says heavy vehicles may have displaced the cover and investigators are reviewing footage, with the victim pronounced dead at a hospital.

via BBC|

#accident #con-edison #fifth-avenue

local-news1 year ago•1 min saved

NYC Faces Power Strains Amid Heat Wave and Rising Demand

Con Edison has reduced voltage for 20 Staten Island communities and asked others to conserve power due to equipment issues, amid a power outage affecting over 7,000 customers during extreme heat.

via SILive.com|

#climate-change #con-edison #energy-conservation

local-news1 year ago•3 min saved

Heat Wave Causes Power Outages and Urges Conservation in New York

Con Edison is working to restore power to over 6,200 customers in Southeast Queens affected by outages during a heat wave, urging residents to conserve energy by reducing appliance use and limiting air conditioning to prevent further outages, with full restoration expected around 9 p.m. while prioritizing critical infrastructure and safety.

via qns.com|

#con-edison #energy-conservation #heat-wave

local-news1 year ago•2 min saved

Heat Wave Causes Power Outages and Energy Strain Across NYC and US

A heat wave caused power outages affecting over 12,000 customers in Queens, Staten Island, and other boroughs, with restoration expected by late evening. Con Edison has implemented voltage reductions and energy conservation measures, urging residents to limit energy use amid extreme temperatures reaching near 100 degrees and feels-like temperatures of 110 degrees. Cooling centers are open across New York City to help residents cope with the heat.

via Spectrum News NY1|

#con-edison #heat-wave #local-news

local-news2 years ago•2 min saved

Manhattan Residents Endure Days Without Heat and Hot Water

Some Manhattan residents have been without heat and hot water for three days due to a water main break at Third Avenue and 37th Street in Murray Hill, affecting several buildings in the area. The issue was caused by water leaking into a Con Edison steam system, leading to frustration and minimal communication among impacted residents. The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is working to complete the repair as soon as possible, while temporary water fountains have been set up for residents to access water.

via CBS New York|

#con-edison #dep #local-news

disasters2 years ago•3 min saved

"Explosion at Con Ed Plant Causes Widespread Power Outage and Elevator Trapping in NYC"

An explosion at a Con Edison substation in Brooklyn caused a brief power outage across large parts of New York City, leaving dozens of people trapped in elevators. Power was restored by 3 a.m., but the outage resulted in elevator rescues and calls for assistance. The incident was caused by a short-circuit in a high-tension transmission line. Despite the inconvenience, the outage was relatively minor compared to previous major blackouts in the city's history.

via NBC New York|

#con-edison #disasters #elevator-rescue

local-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Power Outages Plague NYC: Elevator Stranded, Lights Flicker, and More"

A Con Edison power outage in New York City caused brief power drops citywide, leading to elevator malfunctions, subway delays, and reports of people being stranded in elevators overnight. The outage was caused by a piece of high voltage electrical equipment failing at a substation in Brooklyn. While the outage was brief, it resulted in serious issues for those in elevators, with around 178 elevators and escalators impacted and two people getting stuck. The power outage also caused sporadic subway signal issues and blown fuses. Con Edison estimates that nearly every home across the five boroughs, Long Island, and Westchester County were impacted.

via CBS New York|

#con-edison #elevators #local-news

power-outage2 years ago•2 min saved

"NY Power Outage: Elevator Traps and Brief Blackout Caused by Brooklyn Power Plant Incident"

A power outage in New York City left residents trapped in elevators and caused flickering lights and internet outages. Smoke was seen rising from a Con Edison substation in Brooklyn, where an explosion was reported. The outage was caused by a disruption during the restoration of a transmission line, resulting in a citywide power surge. Con Edison stated that the issue at the substation caused a dip or surge in power. The outage extended beyond the five boroughs, affecting areas in New Jersey, Long Island, and the lower Hudson Valley. The FDNY responded to reports of power outages and stuck elevators, but there were no disruptions to hospitals or critical care facilities. No criminality is suspected.

via New York Post |

#brooklyn #con-edison #elevators

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Power Outages Plague New York City and Surrounding Areas

A fault in a Con Edison transmission line caused a brief power outage in parts of New York City, resulting in flickering lights and trapping people in elevators. The fault occurred at the Farragut Substation in Brooklyn, causing an explosion and rising smoke. Fire alarms were set off, and 178 elevators and escalators in the MTA system were affected. Subway service between Grand Central Terminal and Wall Street was halted temporarily. No major safety issues were reported, and the lights are being kept on by redundant transformers.

via WABC-TV|

#brooklyn-substation #con-edison #electrical-mishap

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Explosion Causes NYC-wide Power Outage, Prompting FDNY Rescue Efforts"

A small explosion at a Con Edison substation in Brooklyn caused a brief power outage across parts of New York City. The power company attributed the outage to a fault on a high-tension transmission line and stated that repairs were underway. No injuries were reported, and essential services at hospitals were not disrupted. The extent of the outage and the cause of the explosion are still being investigated.

via Gothamist|

#con-edison #explosion #investigation

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Power Outage Chaos Strikes New York City, Trapping Residents in Darkness and Elevators"

A brief power outage occurred in parts of New York City after an electrical fault on a high-tension transmission line at a Con Edison substation near the Manhattan Bridge in Brooklyn. Witnesses reported seeing an explosion and rising smoke at the substation. Con Edison stated that there was no disruption of service aside from the momentary outage and that crews are investigating and working on necessary repairs. There were no reports of injuries or criminal activity, but firefighters responded to power outages and stuck elevators across the city.

via The New York Times|

#brooklyn #con-edison #electrical-fault

breaking-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Mass Power Outage Plunges New York City into Darkness as Smoke Billows Out of C"

New York City experienced a mass power outage after an explosion at a Con Edison plant in Brooklyn, with black smoke billowing from the facility. The outage lasted for a few seconds, causing lights to flicker across the city. The New York City Fire Department responded to the scene, and Con Edison is currently investigating the issue. Residents were left confused and concerned, with reports of a brief power cut occurring twice within 15 minutes.

via Daily Mail|

#breaking-news #con-edison #explosion