Event Summary

Power outage for a 500 block radius around Central Park during an extreme heat event; 500,000 people lose power for nearly 13 hours

Hazard Event Type

Other

Critical Issues

Start Time

8/31/1959 12:00 AM

End Time

9/1/1959 12:00 AM

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NYCEM Plans Activated

0

Emergency Operation Center

No

Injuries

0

Fatalities

0