JCP&L Power Restoration Update

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FirstEnergy (NYSE:FE) subsidiary Jersey Central Power & Light is working around the clock to restore power after July 3–4, 2026 storms in New Jersey. More than 200,000 customers were affected; about 150,000 remained out by morning. Over 1,700 workers are deployed, with 2,500 more arriving for a multi-day restoration effort.

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/PRNewswire/ -- Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), continues an around-the-clock restoration effort to restore power to customers following severe thunderstorms and damaging winds that swept across New Jersey Friday evening.

We understand how difficult power outages can be, especially during a period of extreme heat. Restoring service safely and as quickly as possible remains our top priority. Since the overnight peak, crews have already restored power to tens of thousands of customers and continue making progress across the hardest-hit areas. 

The storm produced wind gusts of up to 67 mph and caused significant tree and equipment damage. More than 200,000 customers experienced outages as a result of the storm, with the impacts across our central and northern New Jersey service areas. By this morning, outages had been reduced from overnight peaks to approximately 150,000 customers.

As temperatures rose earlier this week, JCP&L proactively positioned additional crews and resources across the service area in anticipation of increased operational demands. When Friday's storms developed, those preparations were expanded significantly with additional line workers, forestry crews and support personnel mobilized from across the FirstEnergy system and contractor partners.

Today, more than 1,700 personnel are supporting restoration efforts, including more than 800 line workers and 500 forestry professionals clearing trees and repairing damaged electrical equipment. An additional 2,500 personnel from FirstEnergy utilities and contractor partners are continuing to arrive through the weekend, allowing restoration work to continue around the clock.

Crews are assessing damage, repairing broken poles and wires, clearing fallen trees and restoring service as safely and quickly as possible as conditions allow in what is expected to be a multi-day effort. Estimated restoration times (ETRs) will be provided as damage assessments are completed and repair plans are finalized. Customers can view outage updates and ETR information at firstenergycorp.com/outages or through their online account.

JCP&L is coordinating closely with local officials, emergency management agencies and community leaders throughout the restoration effort.  

Customers who are without power can report outages by calling 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877), texting OUT to 544487 or visiting firstenergycorp.com/outages.

Media Contact:
Chris Hoenig
609-350-8599
choenig@firstenergycorp.com

SOURCE FirstEnergy Corp.

FAQ

How many JCP&L customers lost power after the July 2026 storms in New Jersey?

More than 200,000 JCP&L customers lost power after the July 2026 New Jersey thunderstorms. According to FirstEnergy, wind gusts up to 67 mph caused major tree and equipment damage across central and northern service areas, leading to widespread outages.

How many JCP&L customers are still without power as of July 4, 2026 (FE)?

By the morning of July 4, 2026, about 150,000 JCP&L customers remained without power. According to FirstEnergy, outages had already been reduced from overnight peaks as crews restored service to tens of thousands of affected customers across central and northern New Jersey.

What is JCP&L’s current power restoration plan after the July 2026 storm (NYSE:FE)?

JCP&L plans a multi-day restoration effort with around-the-clock work by field crews. According to FirstEnergy, teams are assessing damage, repairing poles and wires, clearing fallen trees and will provide estimated restoration times as assessments and repair plans are completed.

How many crews are working on JCP&L power restoration after the July 2026 storms?

More than 1,700 personnel are currently supporting JCP&L restoration efforts, including over 800 line workers and 500 forestry workers. According to FirstEnergy, another 2,500 personnel from its utilities and contractor partners are arriving through the weekend to continue around-the-clock repairs.

How can JCP&L customers report outages during the July 2026 power restoration (FE)?

JCP&L customers can report outages by phone, text, or online during the July 2026 restoration. According to FirstEnergy, customers may call 1-888-LIGHTSS, text OUT to 544487, or visit firstenergycorp.com/outages or their online account for reporting and updates.

Where can investors and customers check JCP&L outage maps and restoration times in July 2026?

Outage maps and estimated restoration times are available online for JCP&L customers. According to FirstEnergy, customers can view real-time outage updates and ETR information at firstenergycorp.com/outages or through their online account while July 2026 restoration work continues.