Severe July 4th Storms Leave Washington Township Battling Power Outages and Traffic Disruption
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Twp. of Washington NJ, A celebratory Independence Day weekend took a chaotic turn as a series of fast-moving, powerful storms slammed into the Township of Washington on Saturday evening, July 4th. Packing destructive wind gusts and driving torrential rain, the severe weather uprooted mature trees and snapped utility lines, triggering widespread power outages centered heavily on the south end of town.
Emergency crews and utility workers are actively on-site managing the aftermath. Here is the latest infrastructure update, critical traffic changes, and steps to report lingering blackouts.
Major Intersection Alert: Pascack Road & Ridgewood Road
The storm-induced power grid failure has completely knocked out the traffic signal at the heavily trafficked intersection of Pascack Road and Ridgewood Road.
To maintain safety and prevent collisions, emergency personnel have deployed temporary stop signs at all approaches. Local drivers are urged to treat this intersection as a multi-way stop, exercise extreme caution, and expect delays.
Restoration Timeline: PSE&G has prioritized this specific intersection. Dedicated crews are working aggressively with an objective to resolve the signal failure and restore localized power lines during the early morning hours of Sunday, July 5th.
 How to Report Your Outage to PSE&G
PSE&G Electric is fully aware of the widespread issues across the Township and has dispatched teams to systematically tackle the damage. If your home is still in the dark, do not assume your neighbors have reported it.
You can log your specific address and track restoration times using any of the following official channels:
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Mobile App: Log in and report via the official PSE&G mobile device application.
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Text Message: Text the word “OUT” to 4PSEG (47734).
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Online Portal: Check live maps and submit claims at PSEG.com/outagecenter.
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Phone Hotline: Call standard customer service directly at 1-800-436-7734.
Critical Safety Warning: Downed Wires
The combination of uprooted trees and high winds means live utility wires could be hidden among debris.
If you spot a downed power or communication line, stay clear of the area completely.
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To report unsafe road hazards, contact the Township of Washington Police Department at 201-664-1140.
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If you encounter an immediate emergency situation (such as sparks, fire, or trapped individuals), dial 9-1-1 immediately.
Stay safe, look out for your neighbors, and avoid unnecessary driving while crews work to clear the roadways.
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