Storm Knocks Out Power In Westchester

The storm bringing drenching downpours and strong, gusty winds to the area has resulted in numerous power outages in Westchester on Friday morning.

A look at the Con Ed power outage map.
Photo Credit: *Con Ed power outage map*

Joe Lombardi

12/21/2018 9:22 a.m.

Con Ed is reporting at 9:30 a.m. a total of 1,167 outages, with 728 in Northern Westchester. NYSEG says 214 customers are without power in Northeast Westchester.

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Drenching rain, accompanied by gusty winds of up to 45 mph, will continue through the morning on Friday, Dec. 21 and into the afternoon. Lengthy airport delays are also being reported.

A Flood Watch remains in effect for the entire area until 1 a.m. Saturday, and a Wind Advisory for the coast. In addition, Coastal Flood Warnings and Advisories were posted for this morning's high tide.

Widespread 2 to 3 inches of rain is likely with locally higher amounts possible which can lead to flooding, according to the National Weather Service.

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