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Update: Power Restored to Most Duquesne Light Customers
Line workers, tree crews and other support personnel were out in full force cleaning up the damage from the storms, the company indicated in a release.
Approximately 18,000 Duquesne Light Co. customers were experiencing power outages Wednesday afternoon after strong storms pushed through the region.
Now approximately 250 customers remain out of service as of 6 a.m. Thursday.
Joey Vallarian, Duquesne Light spokesman, said all customers are expected to be restored by late afternoon Thursday.
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The customers without power were scattered throughout the service territory. Line workers, tree crews and other support personnel were out in full force cleaning up damage after the worst of the storms swept through, he said.
Duquesne Light reminds customers that downed wires are a safety hazard and should be avoided. They pose the danger of electrical shock and injury. Residents are advised to not drive over or go near downed wires.
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Residents are also asked to please report any outages by calling Duquesne Light at 1-888-393-7000 or by visiting www.duquesnelight.com.
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