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JCP&L Launches Improved Power Outage Maps
Utility company says new maps will also be available via smart phone and other mobile devices.
Jersey Central Power & Light, launched new maps on its website Thursday that will allow New Jersey residents to search for power outages by state, county and zip code.
The utility company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., said in a release that the new color-coded maps include links to allow customers to report service interruptions and provide tables showing county-by-county outage totals.
FirstEnergy added that the maps are accessible via smart phones and other mobile devices.
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The maps also boast prominent alerts with links to outage-related news, safety reminders and other information, FirstEnergy said.
Later in the year, the maps are expected to include more detailed estimated restoration time during large-scale weather events, and the ability for customers to receive outage communication updates via text message and email, FirstEnergy said.
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The utility company said customers should report outages in their area by calling 888-554-4877 or to use the "Report an Outage" link on its website.
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