Saturday, November 3, 2012
PSE&G spread sheets provide information for Fanwood and Scotch Plains estimated time of restoration.
For instant Hurricane Sandy updates, follow Scotch Plains-Fanwood Patch on Facebook and Twitter. Update: Saturday, 7 p.m. The Board of Education announced that a decision on opening the schools will be announced on Sunday. With NJEA Convention being canceled, they plan to open schools on Nov. 7, 8 and 9 if power has been restored. Update: Saturday, 5 p.m. Note: previous message from JCP&L to Scotch Plains was sent in an error. Fanwood Fanwood Mayor, Colleen Mahr and Police Chief, Richard Trigo noted that PSE&G said they were "hitting our Fanwood circuits pretty hard today." Two more small areas of Fanwood have had power restored today. "PSE&G confirms their website has been erroneously reporting that customers’ power has been restored …
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
County residents have begun the long process of recovering from the destruction left behind by 'Frankenstorm.'
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
This photo gallery from Jim Lowney with the County of Union shows some of the widespread damage from Hurricane Sandy.
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
DePaola's message states all emergency crews are working to clear streets, advises residents to limit travel and stay off the roads.
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Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Storm Update Oct. 30 9:00pm Message from Mayor Mary DePaola Police and Emergency and DPW crews are out and clearing streets. In order to expedite clean up and recovery efforts; I encourage our residents to limit travel so that clean up crews can clear our streets. I caution all to beware of fallen trees and branches which might possibly have brought down live power lines. PSE&G have crews out and are restoring power based on priority levels. (Hospitals and life safety first.) Please check on your neighbors. Call 911 in an Emergency. Please be patient. Mayor DePaola
The county has offered the following advice for residents using shelters in the wake of Hurricane Sandy.
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Tuesday, October 30, 2012
The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders has issued the following alerts and updates for residents seeking emergency shelter: “The Union County Medical Reserve Corps has been activated and is working with the Red Cross, Salvation Army and local officials to ensure that emergency shelter is available to all who need it,” said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “If you plan to use a shelter, please take steps to make your stay more comfortable for yourself and those sheltering with you.” To use a municipal evacuation shelter, use the non-emergency phone number for your local police department. Use 911 only to report life threatening emergencies. The Cranford Community Center on Walnut Avenue, adjacent to the Cranford Public Library…
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Police Chief, Richard Trigo and Fanwood Mayor, Colleen Mahr urge residents to stay indoors.
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Tuesday, October 30, 2012
The Borough of Fanwood distributed the following bulletin to residents throughout Fanwood: URGENT PUBLIC SERVICE BULLETIN As of October 30, 2012 1:00 pm FROM THE OFFICES OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE RICHARD TRIGO AND MAYOR OF FANWOOD COLLEEN MAHR: THERE IS MASSIVE DAMAGE IN THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD. THERE IS NO POWER WITHIN THE BOROUGH. UPDATE FROM THE AMERICAN WATER COMPANY: UPDATE FROM PUBLIC SERVICE: CELL PHONE CHARGING: PLEASE CHECK ON YOUR NEIGHBORS. 911 IS FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY. STAY HOME AND OFF THE ROADS. ASSUME THAT ANY LINE DOWN IS LIVE!
Patch wants your photos! Give us a look at town once the storm hits.
Now that Hurricane Sandy has struck, many residents are dealing with the aftermath. Many streets are blocked off with downed trees and power lines, while unfortunate residents suffered a direct hit. Patch wants to know how Sandy affected you. Keep your neighbors informed and submit photos of whats happening around you in SP or Fanwood. What does Scotch Plains or Fanwood look like after the storm? Has your home suffered a hit? Is your street flooding? Are there downed trees or power lines? Please tell us so we can inform residents! How? You can: 1. Post a message under this article 2. Upload your pics to this article by clicking "Upload Photos and Videos" 3. Add your photos to our neighborhood gallery: http://patch.com/A-pqw3 4. E-mail …
Monday, October 29, 2012
Twitter roundup of what SP-F residents are feeling from Sandy.
Now that Sandy has struck New Jersey, residents of Scotch Plains and Fanwood are now dealing with the aftermath of the storm. Here's a look at what people are saying on Twitter: Tweet us at @spfpatch if you have anything to share. Also keep in touch via this article and sumbit your photos of Hurricane Sandy!
All county buildings and offices will be closed on Tuesday.
Due to the approach of Hurricane Sandy, the County of Union has declared a State of Emergency from 6 p.m. tonight to 6 p.m. tomorrow night, county officials said in a press statement at about 4 p.m. Monday. All County buildings and offices will be closed and only essential personnel and emergency responders will be required to report to work. Also, a total of 13 municipalities have declared states of emergencies including the following municipalities: Roselle, Rahway, Clark, Winfield, Berkeley Heights, New Providence, Mountainside, Springfield, Cranford, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Linden and Roselle Park. As a result of the declaration, all non-emergency travel will be prohibited from 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 29 until 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30. "…
Mayor Mahr provided updates on Fanwood events due to the impending storm.
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Monday, October 29, 2012
The following information was provided by the Mayor of Fanwood. Mayor Colleen Mahr has just received the latest information from Governor Chris Christie and his Cabinet on Hurricane Sandy. Landfall of the storm is expected tonight in southern New Jersey. Statewide, we can expect wind gusts of 60-70 MPH and 4-10 inches of rain. These conditions are expected to bring widespread power outages caused by flooding and downed trees and limbs. As long as sustained winds are above 40 MPH, utility crews will NOT make repairs because it's unsafe. Thus, residents are asked to be patient if they don't see crews immediately. Once the storm passes, power outages are expected to be widespread with some areas taking days to have power restored. Utility …
Another shelter will be established in Woodbridge during Hurricne Sandy.
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Monday, October 29, 2012
The following information was provided by the County of Union. The Union County Medical Reserve Corps has been activated to staff a regional shelter at the Cranford Community Center, 220 Walnut Ave. in Cranford. The shelter is accepting pets, however, owners must bring crates for animals, food, and litter and any waste disposal bags, etc. for their pets. If animals pose a threat they will have to be removed. Limited food and water are available for people. No medications will be available. Those in need of the shelter are advised to bring their own medications, any personal hygiene items, etc. Also, a regional Special Needs/Functional Needs Shelter is located in nearby Middlesex County at: the Woodbridge Community Center, 600 Main St. …
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9:11 pm on Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Hurricane Sandy hit, power out 9 days (and counting for many), school to open Wed Nov 7th, President Elected, STILL NO TRAFFIC LIGHT AT HETFIELD AND SOUTH AVENUE CAN'T GO OVER THE HETFIELD BRIDGE AND SOME HOW SCHOOL WILL OPEN TOMORROW? NOTIFICATION GIVEN AT 6PM YESTERDAY - ABSURD AND RIDICULOUS. WHAT'S THE MATTER WITH OUR SCHOOL DISTRICT? WHY NOT CLOSE UNTIL THE TOWN IS CLEANED UP, FULLY POWERED … more ›