Plainfield residents lack power after deadly storm

Thousands of Plainfield residents remain without power on Sunday, July 6, 2025, following a deadly storm that struck last week. The storm caused widespread damage and claimed the lives of three people. Utility crews are working around the clock to restore electricity, with PSE&G reporting that they have restored power to approximately 80,000 customers. The city is providing free ice and water to residents as restoration efforts continue. A state of emergency was declared in Plainfield due to the storm's impact, which included downed trees and significant damage to infrastructure. The National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm warnings before the storm.