Downed Trees Around Short Hills/Millburn – Millburn, NJ Patch

MILLBURN, NJ — With Tropical Storm Isaias bringing rain, wind, and possible flash floods to New Jersey this afternoon and evening, downed trees have been spotted around Essex County. See the photos taken by one Millburn resident.

The township tweeted around 2 p.m., “We are receiving reports of multiple trees down around town in addition to power outages. Emergency services are currently responding. Please remain patient and REMAIN IN YOUR HOMES. We ask that residents reserve calls to Millburn PD and 911 for emergencies only.”

A tornado watch is in effect for the state today.

Emergency information for Millburn, and electric utilities

Here is a link to the town’s Tropical Storm Isaias preparations and precautions.

Stay connected with PSE&G

Compile a list of emergency phone numbers; include PSE&G Customer Service 1-800-436-PSEG.
You can report an outage by texting “OUT” to 4PSEG (47734).

For JCP&L Customers

Report your outage by calling 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877), clicking the “Report Outage” link on www.firstenergycorp.com, or by texting out to 544487.

Stay away from downed wires

Downed wires should always be considered “live.” Stay at least 30 feet away from downed wires. Do not approach or drive over a downed line and do not touch anything it might be in contact with. If a wire falls on or near your car, stay inside the car, call 911, and do not get out until PSE&G de-energizes the line. If you MUST get out of the vehicle because it is on fire, jump as far as possible away from the vehicle, with both feet landing on the ground at the same time, and hop or shuffle away.

Helpful Links:

https://www.essexsheriff.com/oem/
http://www.ready.nj.gov/

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