News Summary
New Orleans faced power outages affecting over 9,000 residents and businesses in Orleans Parish due to severe weather and thunderstorms. The Mid-City and Treme neighborhoods were particularly impacted, while restoration efforts by Entergy are ongoing. A downed power line on Interstate 610 also exacerbated the situation. As of early afternoon, around 4,000 customers remained without power, and the reliability of the electric supply in the region is being questioned due to a history of outages. Residents are advised to stay informed through Entergy’s updates.
New Orleans faced significant challenges on Sunday as severe weather left more than 9,000 residents and businesses in Orleans Parish without power. The outages were reported following a line of thunderstorms that swept through the area in the early morning hours.
Initially, a total of 9,758 customers experienced blackouts, particularly affecting the Mid-City and Treme neighborhoods. An Entergy spokesperson confirmed that outages were also noted in Gentilly and Bayou St. John. Restoration efforts are currently underway, with Entergy crews working to restore service safely and swiftly.
As of early afternoon on Sunday, approximately 4,000 customers continued to be without power, primarily in the Mid-City neighborhood. The outages were exacerbated by a downed powerline on Interstate 610, which caused an additional outage affecting another 6,000 residents in Gentilly, the Fairgrounds, and Bayou St. John by 5 p.m. The downed line on I-610 is believed to have been influenced by the severe weather conditions experienced the same morning.
Investigation and Restoration Efforts
The causes of the initial outages and the downed powerline are still under investigation. Entergy has ensured that estimated times for restoration will be updated on their outage map, allowing residents to remain informed.
In addition to the issues in Orleans Parish, 276 customers in Jefferson Parish also reported power outages. By Sunday evening, the restoration process had made progress, with many areas regaining electricity, leading to a decrease in total outages.
Recent Outage History
The Mid-City area has experienced multiple widespread power outages in recent weeks, raising concerns among residents. On October 6, over 1,000 residents faced blackouts, with the situation worsening two days later when an additional 2,100 residents were affected. These recurring outages highlight a growing concern regarding the reliability of power supply in the region.
As restoration efforts continue, residents are advised to stay updated on the situation through Entergy’s communications and outage map. With the severe weather subsiding, efforts to return normalcy for thousands of impacted customers are a priority for Entergy crews working throughout New Orleans.
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Additional Resources
- WDSU: Southeast Louisiana Power Outages
- Wikipedia: Power Outage
- WWLTV: Power Outage in Orleans Parish
- Google Search: New Orleans Power Outages
- NOLA: Mid-City New Orleans Power Outage
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Power Outage
- Fox 8 Live: Power Outage in Jefferson Parish
- Google News: Power Outage New Orleans
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