Possible PGE power shutoffs could impact parts of Bay Area
Nov 03, 2024
Strong winds and dry conditions could lead to possible power shutoffs in parts of the Bay Area this week.
PG&E said Sunday it has notified 15,000 customers in 17 counties their power may be proactively shut off. Customers in parts of Napa, Sonoma, Contra Costa, Santa Clara and Alameda could be impacted.
The shutoffs could begin as soon as Tuesday and are also likely on Wednesday and Thursday.
With Election Day Tuesday, PG&E says it has been taking proactive measures to ensure the reliability of power to polling places.
To get a phone call or text in the event of a power shutoff, sign up for PG&E’s PSPS alerts.Visit pge.com for more updates on PSPS.
Here’s a breakdown of areas under the possible PSPS events this week:
Tuesday, Nov. 5: Some parts of the following counties may be affected by a PG&E power shutoff
Alameda
Butte
Contra Costa
Lake
Napa
Plumas
Santa Clara
Santa Cruz
Solano
Sonoma
Stanislaus
Yolo
Wednesday, Nov. 6: Some parts of the following counties may be affected by a PG&E power shutoff
Alameda
Butte
Colusa
Contra Costa
Glenn
Kern
Lake
Mendocino
Napa
Plumas
Santa Clara
Santa Cruz
Solano
Sonoma
Stanislaus
Thursday, Nov. 7: Some parts of the following counties may be affected by a PG&E power shutoff
Alameda
Butte
Colusa
Contra Costa
Glenn
Kern
Lake
Mendocino
Napa
Plumas
Santa Clara
Santa Cruz
Solano
Sonoma
Stanislaus
Tehama
Yolo