16,000 Customers Without Power After Severe Storms in Finger Lakes
16,000 Customers Without Power After Severe Storms in Finger Lakes
US · Published Sep 3, 2026
Severe thunderstorms swept through Western and Central New York, including the Finger Lakes region, on Wednesday evening, causing widespread power outages.
According to NYSEG and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E), over 78,000 customers experienced service interruptions, with 40,000 NYSEG and 38,000 RG&E customers affected.

Impact & Risks

The storms caused significant disruptions, leaving thousands of residents without power and potentially hazardous conditions due to downed power lines and storm debris. The Geneva Division alone saw over 9,700 customers affected, while RG&E’s Central Division reported the most significant impacts with 21,000 outages. Residents are advised to avoid storm debris, as it may contain live electrical wires, posing a serious safety risk. The outages have disrupted daily activities and could pose challenges for those relying on electricity for medical devices or other essential needs.

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