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Lightning strike in Woodmere takes out power

PSEG says it hit a power line on Rica Lane.

Brendan O'Leary

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Jul 19, 2026, 12:51 PM

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A lightning strike in Woodmere caused a power outage during Saturday's storm.

PSEG says it hit a power line on Rica Lane. Power has since been restored.

The power company says the repairs should be fully completed by the end of the day on Sunday.

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