What counties will PG&E shut off power?
According to PG&E, the Public Safety Power Shutoff event is likely for Monday, Sept. 20 in an effort to prevent potential wildfires. It could impact portions of 13 counties that include Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Kern, Lake, Mendocino, Napa, Santa Barbara, Shasta, Solano, Sonoma, Tehama, and Yolo.
Is PG&E still shutting off power?
The pandemic-related moratorium on energy service disconnections put in place in March 2020 by the California Public Utilities Commission formally ended Friday but Pacific Gas and Electric Company announced it will not resume service disconnections this year.
What areas is PG&E shutting down?
8, 2020 Updated: Sep. 8, 2020 8:35 a.m. A PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff event is affecting approximately 172,000 customers in 22 counties: Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, El Dorado, Humboldt, Lake, Lassen, Mariposa, Napa, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Sonoma, Tehama, Trinity, Tuolumne and Yuba.
Why is California shutting off power?
It was only a few years ago when millions of Californians had their power shut off to prevent grid infrastructure from sparking wildfires. It was 2019, and California's largest utility, Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E), wasn't taking any chances.
How long before PG&E shuts off power?
The earliest the company will begin to turn off power is the start of 2022. PG&E officials say they're also waiting for more information about California's Arrearage Payment Program (CAPP), a program designed to help reduce late balances accrued during the pandemic.
How long can you go without paying your PG&E bill?
2. Customer bills are considered past due if payment is not received within 15 calendar days following transmittal or receipt, as applicable. If a bill is not paid within this 15-day period, PG&E may issue a 7-day notice of nonpayment to the Gas ESP, with a copy to the customer.
What counties will lose power in California?
The counties that could be impacted by the potential power shutoffs are Solano, Yolo, Butte, Plumas, Stanislaus and Colusa.Author: Joseph Daniels (ABC10), Lauren Walike.Published: 6:13 PM PDT October 8, 2021.Updated: 11:32 AM PDT October 10, 2021.
What areas of California will lose power?
The counties that could be impacted are Alameda, Butte, Colusa, Contra Costa, Glenn, Lake, Lassen, Mendocino, Napa, Plumas, Shasta, Sierra, Solano, Sonoma, Tehama, Trinity, Yolo and Yuba counties. The majority of customers expected to lose power are in Butte and Shasta counties.
Why is PGE shutting off power?
PUBLISHED: August 17, 2021 at 8:07 p.m. | UPDATED: August 18, 2021 at 4:20 a.m. SAN FRANCISCO – Pacific Gas & Electric Co. on Tuesday night began shutting off power to 51,000 customers in Northern California to reduce the risk of sparking new wildfires amid dry and windy conditions.
Is California running out of electricity?
In 2025, the state will still have a capacity shortfall of about 1,800 MW, according to officials from the California Energy Commission, Public Utilities Commission, California Independent System Operator and Newsom's office.
How do you tell if your power has been shut off?
If the LCD screen is flashing various numbers, letters, and symbols, then the meter has electricity supplied TO THE METER. So, if you see the letters “OPN” — the electricity is OFF. There is NO power being supplied PAST the meter.
How long do power outages last in California?
The amount of power the California Independent System Operator designates for curtailment will determine the number of groups that are interrupted at any one time. The groups will be interrupted, as operating conditions permit, and each outage is expected to last about one hour.
Planned Shutoffs
The shutoffs will occur in seven phases across 38 counties, according to PG&E. Times could change due to weather conditions.
Marin County Impacted
An estimated 118,535 customers will be affected in Marin County. It is approximately 99 percent of the county, officials said.
Closures and Cancelations
College of Marin has closed its Kentfield and Indian Valley campuses. Classes are canceled Saturday. There is no access to either campus. Once power goes out, the Kentfield and Indian Valley Campuses will remain closed until the day after power is restored to both campuses, school officials said.
Charging Stations
Once power goes out, local agencies and community partners plan to activate a series of charging stations for affected residents to recharge cell phone and small devices. Hours listed are effective once the outage occurs.
PG&E Community Resource Centers
PG&E is opening Community Resource Centers in at least 71 locations. Restrooms, bottled water, electronic-device charging and air-conditioned seating for up to 100 will be available at these facilities.
Public Safety Message (From Marin County Sheriff's Office)
During a power shutofff, cell towers may lose battery power after a prolonged period of time. In the case of an emergency where your cell phone will not dial 911:
Safety Tips
Officials encouraged residents and business owners to be prepared to be without power for more than 48 hours.
How many customers were affected by the Marin County power outage?
About 970,000 customers in 37 counties were affected by the weekend outage, including an estimated 118,535 customers in Marin. By 10 p.m. Monday, power had been restored to about 556,400 customers, according to PG&E.
Is power restored in Marin County?
MARIN COUNTY, CA — Power will continue to be restored to Marin County customers affected by the weekend's planned outages, Pacific Gas and Electric Company announced Tuesday afternoon. PG&E no longer plans to cut power to Marin customers during another Public Safety Power Shutoff scheduled Tuesday.
What is the best phone number to call for a downed power line?
Only call 9-1-1 if you are experiencing a medical emergency (e.g., severe bleeding, chest pain, etc.), or to report a downed power line or tree which could create a public hazard.
Is Marin Health and Human Services working with Marin Fire?
Marin Health and Human Services is working closely with Marin Fire, Marin Sheriff, local jurisdictions, and community partners to prepare our most vulnerable residents for prolonged power outages due to PG&E's Power Shut-offs.
