Northern California residents warned to prepare now as wildfire fears put thousands at risk of blackouts

Northern California residents warned to prepare now as wildfire fears put thousands at risk of blackouts

Wildfires raging across Northern California are prompting officials to notify residents in 15 counties of potential blackouts.  According to The New York Post, PG&E said a possible Public Safety Power Shutoff may affect about 7,382 customers in 15 Northern California counties. The utility said dangerous fire weather — including strong winds, extremely dry air, and brittle vegetation — could create the kind of conditions where one spark can quick…