Grid Upgrades Aim to Reduce Outages, Speed Power Restoration for Westmoreland County Customers

Accessibility StatementSkip Navigation Continue Reading Crews string new larger-diameter wire capable of transporting more electricity on a power line serving thousands of West Penn Power customers in Westmoreland. Smarter Grid, Stronger ServiceCrews are upgrading two local power lines – one on 7 Street Road between Lower Burrell and New Kensington and another near Drey Street in Arnold – by installing over a mile of stronger, bigger wire. The new lines will be able to handle more electricity and stand up b ...