Several Elmsford Homes Still Without Electricity After Power Line Failure
ELMSFORD, N.Y. (CBSNewYork) -- Con Edison crews are back on North Evart Avenue in Elmsford where several homes remain without power.
On Thursday, a primary power line carrying 13,000 volts broke free and hit a smaller wire, sending a huge surge into 28 homes.
An army of Con Ed workers and electricians has been checking charred electric meter panels, burnt outlets and damaged appliances.
Con Edison said residents can submit a reimbursement claim, but the company does not pay for damage caused by problems out of its control like storms, vandalism or trees.
A company spokesperson told CBS2 they believe "tree contact" with a power line triggered Thursday's event.
Neighbors say their insurance companies will pick up some of the damage cost.
The Village of Elmsford has brought out a backup generator and installed a charging station on the street for things like cellphones and laptops for the neighbors, all while power is restored individually, home by home, slowly but surely.
