Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) has completed projects totaling more than $15 million throughout its northern and central New Jersey service areas that are expected to enhance customer service reliability. The work included rebuilding transmission lines, upgrading substation equipment, and rebuilding infrastructure and reconnecting service to homes on the barrier islands that were damaged during Hurricane Sandy.
"With customers using more electricity during the summer months, we focus on completing major repairs and conducting ongoing maintenance prior to June 1," said Anthony Hurley, vice president of Operations for JCP&L. "Whether it be rebuilding transmission lines, upgrading substation equipment, or spending on vegetation management, our ultimate goal is to continue to enhance the reliability of our system to benefit our customers."
The JCP&L projects include: