PG&E Warns of Possible Power Shutoffs This Weekend

Major utility company warns of blackout for thousands of California homes over wildfire risk

PG&E may shut off power to thousands of Northern California residents this weekend across eight wildfire-prone counties due to critical weather.

Northern California power shutoffs possible for 14,000 PG&E customers this weekend

By Cecilio Padilla PG&E says about 14,000 customers across 11 Northern California counties could lose power this weekend as gusty winds and dry conditions raise wildfire concerns. The utility began notifying customers Thursday about a potential Public Safety Power Shutoff that could start Saturday afternoon. Potential Saturday shutoffs could affect portions of El Dorado, Lassen,

Potential PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoffs in Portions of 11 Northern California Counties Could Begin Saturday

PG&E’s Operations and Meteorology teams are monitoring an onshore wind event forecast to bring elevated wildfire risk conditions to portions of Northern California beginning Saturday afternoon.  With a forecast for gusty onshore winds, low humidity, and elevated fire danger, PG&E has initiated advanced customer notifications in targeted areas where Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) may […]

PG&E warns of possible power shutoffs this weekend

PG&E is monitoring parts of Northern California for possible Public Safety Power Shutoffs Saturday through Monday as strong winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation increase wildfire risks. Parts of Shasta, Tehama, and Glenn counties are among the areas being monitored.

PG&E warns of potential power shutoffs in Northern California as fire risk rises this weekend

Pacific Gas and Electric Company warned that it may shut off power in multiple counties this weekend to prevent its equipment from sparking fires.