Residents Still Without Power Urged to Call National Grid 1-800-465-1212

Numbers of power outages in Providence shrinking; Call 1-800-465-1212 if still without power.

As of Wednesday, August 31, National Grid is reporting that 3,967 customers in Providence are without power, a significant improvement from 18,600 reported Sunday at the wake of the storm.

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National Grid crews continue to work around the clock to restore power to all customers in Rhode Island. They continue to make progress in their effort however, at this time, 110,000 customers are still without power in Rhode Island. There is no definite time given when all power will be restored. Their priority remains removing fallen trees and opening roads; restoring power to nursing homes, schools, public safety and municipal buildings comes first.

Individuals whose power lines suffered significant damage from the storm and became disconnected from the grid will be most impacted by a prolonged wait for power restoration.

Citizens are urged to call in to National Grid at 1-800-465-1212 if they are still without power.

Residents with internet access can track outages in your area and statewide online here: http://www1.nationalgridus.com/narragansett/stormcenter/

FOOD AND HEALTH SAFETY
The Rhode Island Department of Health is also reminding everyone that even though the storm and adverse weather have passed, there are still health and safety issues that may impact the public. Get more information about safe food handling and other health safety tips here: http://cityof.providenceri.com/PEMA/rhode-island-department-of-health-gives