PSC Extends Hours to Assist Restoration Efforts

Information on Restoration Efforts Available

ALBANY, NY (09/02/2011)(readMedia)-- The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today announced the Department of Public Service will keep its Help Line opened on Saturday, September 3rd between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to assist consumers in their restoration efforts. Meanwhile, Staff of the Department of Public Service will continue to monitor the utilities' efforts throughout the restoration period.

How to Contact Your Utility:

Central Hudson Gas and Electric

1-800-527-2714 or 845-452-2700

www.centralhudson.com

Con Edison

1-800-752-6633

www.coned.com

New York State Electric and Gas

1-800-572-1131

www.nyseg.com

Orange and Rockland

1-877-434-4100

www.oru.com

National Grid

1-800-642-4272

www.nationalgridus.com/niagaramohawk/index.asp

Utilities can provide customers with shelter information or customer can call the Department's call center for information. The PSC Help Line can be reached by calling 1-800-342-3377.

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