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UPDATE: Just a Few in Westchester Still Without Power, Winds Dying Down

According to Con Ed's outage map, restoration work is ongoing.

UPDATE, 6 p.m., Tuesday, March 29, 2016: According to the Con Edison outage map and list, only 54 customers are still without electricity in Westchester County.

For Con Ed customers in Bedford, the 18 remaining customers should see power restored by 6 p.m. Tuesday. The same applies for the one White Plains customer. The three in Yonkers have a restoration time of 6:30 p.m.

Mount Pleasant's 31 customers don't seem to be as fortunate. The status of restoration listed by Con Ed is "Pending."

Find out what's happening in Chappaqua-Mount Kiscofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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High winds overnight caused power outages across Westchester County.

Find out what's happening in Chappaqua-Mount Kiscofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

According to Con Ed's outage map, 1,472 customers are currently without power. The largest concentration seems to be in Rye, where there are 119 reported outages, most in the area of Osborn and Haviland roads.

In some cases, the utility estimates having power back on early this morning. In other cases, crews are still assessing the damage.

Route 120 is closed in New Castle between Douglas Road and Kipp Street, as a downed tree is hanging on wires over the roadway.

A high wind advisory has been in effect on the Tappan Zee Bridge since very early this morning. The posted speed limit has been upped to 45 MPH on the bridge as of 4:10 a.m. from 35 MPH earlier.

Con Ed's tips for if your power goes out, or you experience partial, dim, or flickering lights:

  • We need to know! Please report the problem or call 1-800-75-CONED (1-800-752-6633).
  • Stay indoors and away from any downed power lines. Treat all downed lines as though they are live and dangerous. DO NOT touch any downed lines.
  • Use candles and storm lanterns carefully. Keep them away from flammable material and out of the reach of children.
  • Use a battery-operated radio for weather and restoration updates, and safety information.
  • Follow all safety precautions when using a portable generator.
  • Learn how to keep food from spoiling when the power goes out.

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