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Thousands without power in Albany County amid soaring temperatures

WRGB · last updated

Albany, NY (WRGB) — More than 2,500 residents in Albany County are currently experiencing power outages as temperatures continue to rise.

The outage has been attributed to a failed piece of equipment on a utility pole.

While power has been restored to many, approximately 500 customers remain without electricity.

National Grid estimated that power will be fully restored within the next two hours.

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