Freezing precipitation is causing trees to bend and break, a Facebook post said, and officials warned that additional power outages are likely tonight.
The post said crews have reported only minimal outages so far but that restoration efforts could take longer than usual because safety remains the top priority. The message urged residents to stay safe as conditions persist.
Freezing rain and ice accumulate on branches and utility lines, adding weight that can cause limbs to sag, split or fall. When trees or branches strike power lines, they can cause outages and hazards that require workers to take extra precautions before beginning repairs.
Local utility and emergency response teams typically prioritize hazards that endanger public safety and work to restore service as conditions allow. Residents should prepare for possible interruptions to heat and power and exercise caution around downed lines and damaged trees. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
