Some Bay Area voters could end up checking election results in the dark Tuesday night as PG&E warns thousands of customers of potential power shutoffs to limit the threat of wildfires. Several parts of the Bay Area are under a red flag warning, and one voting location in the Oakland Hills closed due to the threat of extreme fire. Oakland fire crews along with partner agencies pre-positioned firefighting equipment, bracing for wind gusts to pick up in the hills. The intense winds and wildfire risk prompted PG&E to prepare for planned power shutoffs after voting closes. The shutoffs could potentially impact thousands of customers in Alameda, Contra Costa, Napa, Santa Clara, Solano and Sonoma counties. Visit PG&E’s website for the latest updates. bay area weather 3 hours ago Another round of powerful, dry winds to raise wildfire risk across California Decision 2024 6 hours ago Alameda County voting center closes due to red flag warning