More Stray Voltage On Argyle Road Plus General Concerns Around The Area

Following electrical issues yesterday on Rugby, Con Ed crews are currently working to remedy similar problems on Argyle Road between Avenue H and Glenwood Road. The company is fielding reports of stray voltage around the city, a constant concern as all of this snow melts. On Wednesday, an entire block in Chelsea was closed after many objects were found to be electrified, and on Tuesday, several dogs were reportedly shocked on 5th Avenue between 15th and 16th Streets in South Slope.

If you notice an area with Con Ed cones and a car with a cone on top and you must walk by, it’s best to give that space a good clearance. Con Ed is known to hire livery cab drivers to sit near an electrified object or structure to make sure people keep away from them.

NYCdog, a dog owners advocacy group, issued an emergency alert for the five boroughs on Wednesday, urging people and dogs to avoid “manhole covers, sewer caps, metal gratings, Con Edison repair locations as well as all overhead scaffolding at constructions sites,” and to call 911 if you or your dog have been shocked. They recommend you do not touch your pet or the ground if you suspect your dog’s been shocked, but use your leash or other non-conductive materials to maneuver back away from area.

If you suspect there is stray voltage somewhere, you should report it at 1-800-75-CONED.