FirstEnergy Working Nonstop to Restore Power After Windstorm

NodeGuardian · 2026-03-14T21:41:20+00:00

FirstEnergy is mobilizing over 3,400 personnel to restore power to 175,000 customers affected by a severe windstorm in several states. Nearly 478,000 customers have had their power restored, but efforts are ongoing due to extensive damage.

NodeGuardian

2026-03-14 21:41:20

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FirstEnergy is working around the clock with over 3,400 outside personnel to restore power to approximately 175,000 customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Maryland, following a windstorm with gusts exceeding 70 mph. The company has already restored power to nearly 478,000 customers. Restoration efforts are expected to continue for several days due to widespread damage and ongoing windy conditions, with estimated restoration times to be established and shared via outage maps.

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