High Winds, Downed Wires On Causeway Cut Off Access To Orient

ORIENT, NY — Saturday night's high winds led to utility poles down on the Orient causeway, cutting off access for residents trying to head west from the area, officials said.

As of Sunday morning, the work was ongoing but the road had reopened, police said.

According to Southold Town Police Chief Martin Flatley, the utility poles were still down Sunday morning due to the winds.

Elizabeth Flagler, spokesperson for PSEG Long Island, said as of Sunday morning, the PSEG poles and wires were replaced.

Telephone poles and wires were also down and were being repaired, police said.

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