Published on August 21, 2020

Enhanced risk of severe storms Thursday

The National Weather Service is warning that Long Island faces “an enhanced risk” of severe thunderstorms Thursday evening with the possibility of damaging wind gusts of up to 75 mph.

Please be cautious and remember:

  • Avoid unnecessary outdoor activity. Falling tree limbs and other wind-blown debris can cause serious injuries or death.
  • Remove any unsecured objects outside, such as lawn furniture, portable BBQ’s and pool equipment to a safer location, or secure them
  • To report outages and receive information on restoration times, crew locations and more download PSEG Long Island mobile app.
  • To report and receive status updates via text, text OUT to PSEGLI (773454) or visit them online at www.psegliny.com/outages
  • To report an outage or downed wire call PSEG Long Island’s 24-hour Electric Service number: 800-490-0075 or use PSEG web chat feature at www.psegliny.com. You can also view outage information by going to https://mypowermap.psegliny.com