Transformer explosion knocks out power in Ossining, New York
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Provisional entry. Confirmed: a distribution transformer exploded in Ossining, New York on 15 May 2018, bringing wires down onto a street and cutting power to a small number of Con Edison customers; the cause, any injuries and the restoration time are not yet reported. Next update: 16 September 2026.
A transformer exploded in Ossining, New York, at around 6:30 a.m., knocking down power lines onto a local street. The affected road was closed between two intersections while repairs were made. Dozens of Con Edison customers lost power, and it was unclear when service would be restored as of early afternoon. No injuries were reported in the coverage. The incident disrupted local traffic and utility service but details on the cause of the explosion were not provided by police or the utility at the time of reporting.
Not reported.
- Distribution transformer failures can cause immediate safety hazards from downed live wires, requiring prompt road closures.
- Utilities should maintain clear public communication channels on estimated restoration times during outages.
- Post-incident investigations into transformer failures can help identify equipment ageing or loading issues that may warrant broader maintenance reviews.
Published 2026-09-14. Written from public reporting. Descriptive, not investigative. See the data accuracy disclaimer.