Hurricane Irene: Handy Numbers To Stick To The Fridge

As Hurricane Irene approaches the Jersey Shore, emergency workers are reminding people that call volume skyrockets during a crisis. Many of the calls are non-emergency calls that could be better handled by another agency. 

The following is a partial list of phone numbers to call releated to specific problems you may have:

• Power outages, call JCP&L: 1-888-LIGHTSS (544-4877)
• Phone service or FIOS television, call Verizon: 1-800-837-4966
• Cable TV service, Cablevision: 866-633-0193

All emergency situations, however, residents should not hesitate to call 9-1-1.

If you need to report damage, road blocks, etc. the Aberdeen Township Police can be reached at (732) 566-4200 and the Matawan Borough Police can be reached at (732) 566-1010.