Portions of San Joaquin, Stanislaus Counties Could Face Power Shutoffs Later This Week, PG&E Says
- Pacific Gas and Electric forecasted likely power shutoffs from June 19 in parts of Northern California, including San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties.
- PG&E plans these Public Safety Power Shutoffs due to expected high winds up to 50 mph and dry conditions increasing wildfire risk starting Thursday.
- The affected areas include portions of the Bay Area, Glenn, Tehama, Shasta, Trinity, and sections near Interstate 580 in San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties, plus parts of South Monterey and San Benito counties.
- PG&E stated shutoffs may begin between 9 and 11 a.m. on June 19 and noted only certain portions of counties might lose power as the exact impact remains uncertain.
- PG&E activated its Emergency Operations Center to monitor conditions, emphasizing these shutoffs aim to prevent wildfires from damaged power lines amid severe weather.
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PG&E announces potential public safety power shutoffs in Northern California
PG&E's Emergency Operations Center is activated for a potential Public Safety Power Shutoff event in multiple counties, including Glenn, Tehama, Shasta, and Trinity. With high winds and dry conditions expected, the community must stay informed about possible power impacts in…
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