Overview
- Con Edison said outages that peaked around 1,900–2,000 customers have fallen to about 100 by Tuesday evening, with crews continuing 24/7 repairs.
- Melting snow mixed with road salt seeped into underground structures, corroding equipment and knocking out two high‑voltage feeders that serve Park Slope and nearby areas.
- Access to damaged cables has been slowed by compacted ice over manholes and snowed‑in cars, with OEM coordinating towing and sanitation support to clear entry points.
- Warming centers, including the Wyckoff Gardens Community Center, and warming buses were deployed as residents reported manhole fires, closed businesses, and dark traffic signals over the weekend.
- Elected officials pressed Con Edison for automatic bill credits and broader reimbursements, while the utility said customers will not be charged for days without service and may file claims for spoiled food or medication.