SOUTH RIVER, N.J. — Portions of South River experienced a temporary power outage Wednesday evening as emergency crews worked to repair electrical wires, according to … Read more
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A power outage affected the northern beach sections of Toms River on Saturday night, prompting a response from Jersey Central Power … Read more
Chester County Justice Center Shutters Due to Outage
WEST CHESTER, PA – The Chester County Justice Center is experiencing a temporary closure as a result of an internet and power outage. Officials have confirmed that, despite the closure, the building remains secure and safe.
The center’s closure has been enforced until further notice. Access inside the building is limited, and additional security measures are being implemented for any employees who need to enter or re-enter the location.
In light of current conditions, employees are advised to refrain from re-entering the building unless it is necessary. “Employees are asked to avoid re-entry unless necessary,” officials stated.
Visitors to the Justice Center are also impacted by the closure, but the timeline for the restoration of services has not been confirmed. Court schedules and other official tasks managed by the Justice Center are likely affected.
The exact cause of the outage has not been disclosed, but efforts are underway to restore services as promptly as possible. In the meantime, updates will be provided to both employees and the public as progress is made.
In a county known for its efficiency, this unexpected outage highlights the importance of ensuring robust backup systems are in place to manage such events in the future.
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Severe weather has left 3,500 homes without power across Lakewood, with utility crews en route to assess the damage and begin repairs. … Read more
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Nearly 2,000 residents in Toms River remained without power Saturday as utility crews worked to assess the cause of the outage … Read more
Wall Township Transformer Fire Causes Power Outage
**Wall Township, NJ** – A transformer fire on Belmar Boulevard has resulted in a power outage affecting approximately 1,700 residents. The incident caused traffic lights at intersections 138/New Bed and New Bed/Belmar Boulevard to go out and forced the diversion of traffic in the area.
The power company has been informed about the outage to address the situation. The breakdown is expected to be resolved soon with power restoration taking place shortly.
Residents in the affected area have been advised to exercise caution while traveling as traffic signals are not operational. Local authorities are actively managing traffic to ensure safety and minimize disruptions.
An image related to the incident was shared on social media by Wall Township Police, providing a visual glimpse of the scene.
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Two people sustained minor injuries in a crash Monday morning at the intersection of Church Road and North Bay Avenue, where … Read more
HOLMDEL, NJ — The Holmdel Township Police Department has reported a power outage on Heyward Hills Drive caused by a tree falling on electrical wires, … Read more
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ—A FedEx truck crash caused by driver distraction led to a power outage affecting over 800 customers and resulted in multiple charges against the … Read more
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Piscataway, NJ – The Piscataway Township Police Department has reported a transformer fire that has led to a power outage and the closure of School … Read more
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TOMS RIVER, NJ – A power outage caused by a traffic collision on Hooper Avenue in Toms River early Friday morning has been restored by … Read more
Trenton, NJ – Assemblyman Christian Barranco emphasized the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in New Jersey following a nationwide AT&T outage that disrupted service … Read more
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TRENTON, NJ – If you live in New Jersey and your mobile phone isn’t working today, there’s a good reason why and you’re not alone. … Read more
HOLMDEL, NJ – In response to a widespread power outage, Holmdel Township has established a temporary warming and charging center at the Town Hall. The … Read more
TOMS RIVER, NJ — A traffic accident late Monday night involving a single vehicle and a utility pole led to a series of small brush … Read more
NEW CITY, NY – Buena Vista Road is closed due to a vehicle colliding with a utility pole north of Brook Road overnight. Officials state … Read more
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TOMS RIVER, NJ – A morning mishap involving a motor vehicle has led to the closure of Indian Hill Road between Cedar Grove Road and … Read more
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CRANFORD, NJ – A transformer issue has led to a widespread power outage on the north side of Cranford, affecting traffic and closing a portion … Read more
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BUFFALO, NY – The Buffalo Police Department announced that two arrests were made last Friday after property was stolen from local businesses during a power … Read more
SAYREVILLE, NJ – Police in a New Jersey town have concluded a recent power outage was caused by a flying fish. Residents of Sayreville found … Read more
MARLBORO, NJ – On Friday, the Marlboro Township Police Department announced the closure of Buckley Road between School Road East and Inverness Drive following a … Read more
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Police in Toms River diverted traffic away from a motor vehicle crash on Sunday that led to downed powerlines across Hooper … Read more
LAKEWOOD, NJ – It’s hot and muggy out there, but an emergency power outage is still planned for today in Lakewood Township. Later today, there … Read more
SOUTH RIVER, NJ – South River is experiencing a power outage today. The local utility provider, South River Electric Utility, is diligently working on restoring … Read more
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WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – Police are advising motorists to use caution while driving in sections of Wall Township after a power outage cut power to … Read more
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