STORM WATCH - AHEAD OF THE HOLIDAY WEEKEND, O&R PREPARES CREWS WITH THUNDERSTORMS SET TO IMPACT THE AREA

PEARL RIVER, NY, July 3, 2026, 7:00 a.m. – In the midst of the ongoing heat wave heading into the Fourth of July, Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) has mobilized its emergency response workforce today as scattered thunderstorms are also forecasted to impact the service territory today and tomorrow.

These thunderstorms, which are expected to roll into region during the afternoon, have the potential to be severe, and could pose a significant threat to electric service due to high winds, lightning, or downed trees and tree limbs. All these factors could interfere with the safe, reliable delivery of electric service.

In addition to these potential storms, the summer’s first heat wave continues to blanket the Hudson Valley. The heat and increased demand for electricity to power air conditioners can pose challenges to the electric delivery system, and, in some instances, can overheat electrical equipment and result in scattered power outages. The company urges customers to use energy efficiently to stay comfortable and safe.

O&R has secured 100 mutual aid members to assist with overhead line crews, tree removal experts, customer service operators, and the rest of the members of O&R’s emergency response team who are all prepared to respond to emergencies throughout the duration of the storms and heat, as needed.

Customer Protections During Extreme Heat

Residential customers are afforded specific safeguards during periods of elevated temperatures. Service disconnections are suspended when the local heat index is forecasted to reach 90°F or higher. We will also pause disconnections for two additional days in areas designated as heat islands. More information can be found here.

For the latest information about power outages, please view the Outage Map. For a brief video that provides a step-by-step guide to the Outage Map’s basic operation:

• In English
• In Spanish

O&R Warns

For safety’s sake, O&R warns the public not to touch or approach any downed wire. Assume the wire is energized and dangerous. Call O&R immediately toll-free 1-877-434-4100. Depending on the situation, you may also consider calling your local police to divert traffic from the downed wire’s location until an O&R crew arrives.

How to Report an Outage

If you experience a power outage, don’t assume that O&R automatically knows about it. You can report it and check to see when your lights will be back on through:

• Report an Electric Service Problem | Orange & Rockland (oru.com) from any computer or web-based mobile device.        
• O&R mobile app from your iPhone, iPad or Android device --- download via Apple Store or Google Play.
• Text messaging by texting “OUT” to 678797 (ORUPWR) or
• Call 1-877-434-4100.

Town Board Special Meeting Monday, July 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM (Monroe Town Hall 1465 Orange Tpke., Monroe)

Please click here to view the Agenda.
*Agenda will be visible once published.

Notice of Town Board Special Meeting

Notice of Town Board Special Meeting
 

Notice of Public Hearing RE Highway Improvements to Seven Springs Rd.

Notice of Public Hearing RE Highway Improvements to Seven Springs Rd.

Orange & Rockland is Ready to Respond to Potential Outages as Summer’s First Heat Wave Blankets the Region

PEARL RIVER, NY July 1, 2026, 8:30 a.m. – Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) is prepared to respond to any service interruptions or outages with 2026’s first major heat wave impacting the service territory ahead of the holiday weekend.

The heat, coupled with intense humidity, could last through the Fourth of July. The increased demand for electricity to power air conditioners can pose challenges to the electric delivery system, and, in some instances, could also cause electrical equipment to overheat and lead to scattered power outages.

O&R is reliable & ready. We make robust, strategic investments in our electric delivery system to prepare for extreme weather—investments that are increasingly important as extreme heat events become more frequent and severe.

O&R urges customers to use energy efficiently. The company is providing some cool tips to help customers try to stay comfortable and save money on energy:

• Turn down or turn off air conditioning in your home while you are away or at work to help lower your energy bill.
• Set your air conditioner to the highest comfortable temperature to save energy and money.
• Fans help cool and circulate air so you can rely less on air conditioning to stay comfortable.
• Close all doors and windows in your home while the air conditioning is running to make things cooler.
• Cook, bake, or perform other household activities that produce heat during the cooler times of the day and night.
• Pull your curtains and shades closed to help block out the sun and the heat of the day.
• Hold off on charging your electric vehicle. Charge your EV or plug-in hybrid after 10 p.m., unless necessary.
• Take advantage of your smart meter by viewing your energy usage and customized energy savings tips located in your online account at oru.com/MyAccount.    
• Consider upgrading your older thermostats and appliances to ones that are more energy efficient. Smart thermostats can control the temperature in your home from anywhere. You can find customer-exclusive savings and rebates at MyORUStore.com.

For more energy efficiency tips, incentives, and rebates, please click here.

If you experience a power outage, don’t assume that O&R automatically knows about it. You can report it and check to see when your lights will be back on through:

• ORU.com/ReportOutage from any computer or web-based mobile device.
• O&R mobile app from your iPhone, iPad, or Android device --- download via Apple Store or Google Play
• Text messaging by texting “OUT” to 678797 (ORUPWR) or

• Call 1-877-434-4100.

The company also sends e-mails to customers to communicate energy-saving tips and information on reporting outages. 

Customer Protections During Extreme Heat 
Residential customers are afforded specific safeguards during periods of elevated temperatures. Service disconnections are suspended when the local heat index is forecasted to reach 90°F or higher. We will also pause disconnections for two additional days in areas designated as heat islands. More information can be found here.

Cooling Center Availability  
If New York State officials activate cooling centers, find the latest information on locations and hours by clicking here.

About O&R 
Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Consolidated Edison, Inc., one of the nation’s largest investor-owned energy companies. O&R is a regulated utility that provides electric service to approximately 300,000 customers in southeastern New York State (where its franchise name is Orange and Rockland Utilities) and northern New Jersey (where it’s Rockland Electric Company), and natural gas service to approximately 140,000 customers in New York. 

Air Quality Health Advisory - Tuesday, June 30th

Air Quality Health Advisory

An Air Quality Health Advisory has been issued for June 30, 2026, for the following regions:

• NYC Metro 

This advisory is effective 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. The pollutant of concern is Ozone.

To see the daily Air Quality Index (AQI) forecast for New York State, visit our website. You may also call the NYS Air Quality Hotline at 1-800-535-1345.

Know the Air You’re Breathing (PDF)

Important Reminders Regarding Door-to-Door Solicitation

Important Reminders Regarding Door-to-Door Solicitation

Town of Monroe Dial-A-Ride Service Announcement

Town of Monroe Dial-A-Ride Service Announcement

Kids Fishing Derby

Kids Fishing Derby

ZBA Meeting Cancellation

ZBA Meeting Cancellation.