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National Grid reminds its customers to exercise caution near the energy equipment outside of their homes as they clear snow and ice left behind from Upstate New York’s most recent winter storm.

National Grid and the National Grid Foundation today announced a joint $1.4 million contribution to support the company’s low-income and emergency heating programs, the Care & Share Energy Fund and the Neighborhood Heating Fund, which opened today.

More than 2,400 line, service, tree, damage assessment and public safety workers are active across National Grid’s Upstate New York service area as severe weather — with wind gusts up to 65 mph in some areas — continues to hover over the region.

National Grid is increasing staffing and extending evening and overnight work shifts in preparation for the forecasted wintry mix of rain, snow, sleet, ice and high winds across portions of Upstate New York beginning Sunday.

POTSDAM, N.Y. — National Grid continues its role as a partner in growing the Northern New York economy by awarding a pair of grants to The Vecino Group to revitalize properties in the neighboring villages of Canton and Potsdam.

Whether farmers are looking to upgrade operations or expand their businesses, National Grid can assist with financial incentives and technical support to help Upstate New York farms reduce energy costs, improve health and efficiency, and reduce maintenance.

National Grid encourages its customers to be vigilant and protect their personal information in light of multiple active email and telephone scam campaigns occurring across upstate New York.

National Grid continues its enduring support of local businesses in the communities it serves with two economic development grants to businesses in the Village of Greenwich to revitalize the community and encourage economic growth.