Many homes In Montclair were still without power late last night following the wind storm that swept through Baristaville Saturday. Among them were Ingrid Murphy, visiting from the U.K.( pictured) and pup Millie. Ingrid is dog sitting Millie while her family is away on a ski trip. "I've been without power since about 9pm Saturday night," Ingrid told us. "I was surprised to hear from neighbors that the power goes out here in this section about four times a year. "I was even more surprised when a neighbor called the power company on Sunday morning and they said no one had complained about the power being out."
When Ingrid spotted PSE &G crews inspecting power lines in a neighbor's backyard late on Sunday, she thought the power might be back on last night. With the gas on, she was still able to boil water for a cuppa. Despite offers of a warm bed, Ingrid employed a British stiff upper lip and told us: "I'l be fine with a couple of hot water bottles."
PS. Ingrid called this morning to tell us PSE&G worked through the night and that power was restored around 2:15 am. The area affected was a section of South Mountain and Undercliff.
Next time you're in the same situation, Ingrid, you might break up a few of those Louis Cans chairs and tables and throw them in the fireplace to stay warm.