National Grid announced tonight that 95% of customers impacted by the gas service interruption in Newport have had their meters turned back on and gas appliances re-lit by qualified technicians. More than 600 National Grid, mutual aid, and contractor gas technicians were out restoring service late into the night. The Company urges customers who have remained in their homes to please leave an exterior light on to signal that National Grid technicians are welcome to knock on your door during late evening hours.