Crews Assessing Damage from Storm, Making Repairs to Restore Service

Severe Storms Leave More than 250,000 Without Power 

MAYS LANDING, N.J. — Atlantic City Electric crews are out assessing damage and making repairs after severe storms moved through the region and left more than 250,000 customers without power Tuesday evening. Crews will work through the night as they begin restoring service to customers who lost power as severe thunderstorms brought high winds, lightning and intense rain. 

Damage is still being assessed, but several high-voltage transmission lines were affected. In addition to internal crews, Atlantic City Electric has contractors available. The company has also requested mutual assistance crews to assist in the restoration effort. 

Safety is our No. 1 priority. We urge our customers to stay clear of working crews and any wires hanging loose from poles or lying on the ground. Customers should always assume that downed wires are energized and avoid them. 

Customers can report outages by calling 1-800-833-7476, visiting atlanticcityelectric.com or through our mobile app, available for download at atlanticcityelectric.com/mobile app. 

It is important that customers report their outages and request a call back to verify their power has been restored. 

Customers need to be prepared for the possibility of service interruptions and should check their emergency supply kits. Tips on preparing for a storm can be found on our website, atlanticcityelectric.com. The storm center at atlanticcityelectric.com highlights important information for customers through all stages of the restoration effort and allows them to easily report and track outages.