By ONME Newswire
Approximately 8,400 customers in two tribal areas and small portions of eight counties are impacted. Customers were notified directly during the day Tuesday and again in the hours prior to de-energization.
According to PG&E meteorologists, the primary period of concern is early Wednesday morning, where wind gusts up to 45 mph are expected to spread southward down the western Sacramento Valley and adjacent terrain. Relative humidity values may fall to 10%-20% in the Sacramento Valley. This has prompted the National Weather Service to issue a Red Flag Warning for the greater Sacramento Valley with the highest threat mainly along and west of Interstate 5.
PG&E anticipates weather “all clears” will occur Wednesday, August 30 in the afternoon with varying times depending on individual locations.
PG&E anticipates notifying customers on Wednesday afternoon when the weather system has passed and will provide continuous updates on when to expect the power to turn back on.
Once conditions are clear, PG&E electric crews will begin patrolling and check de-energized lines for hazards or damage to make sure it is safe to restore power.
Affected Tribes and Counties
Colusa, Glenn, Lake, Napa, Shasta, Tehama, Yolo and Butte Counties. Pit River Tribes and Grindstone Rancheria.
Customers can look up affected addresses at www.pge.com/pspsupdates.
Customer Support Resources
To reduce the impacts of planned wildfire safety power outages, PG&E is offering numerous resources to help you prepare and stay safe.
Community Resource Centers
Eight Community Resource Centers will be available within five counties, with ADA-accessible restrooms, device charging, Wi-Fi, blankets, air conditioning, bottled water, snacks, supplies. Locations can be found at pge.com/pspsupdates.
California Network of 211
Customers can call 211 to get help before, during, and after a power outage, including for customers who rely on power for medical needs, have a disability, are in the aging population, or have other needs. Call 211, text ‘PSPS’ to 211-211 or visit 211.org to find your local 211.
Backup Power Options PG&E provides support for homes and businesses interested in energy solutions. Qualifying customers may receive no-cost backup portable batteries, generator or portable battery rebates, a free backup power transfer meter and refrigeration for medication. Visit www.pge.com/backuppower to explore backup power options.
Medical Baseline Program If you rely on power for medical needs, you may be eligible to receive help through the Medical Baseline Program. The program includes notifications by call, text and email before a PSPS.
The Disability Disaster Access and Resources (DDAR) Program The DDAR program offers support for older adults and people with disabilities. This help is available before, during and after a PSPS. Your local DDAR Center can help with finding accessible hotel stays during a PSPS.
Food Replacement Food loss may be a challenge for customers during PSPS. PG&E provides meal replacement options during and after planned safety outages to cover every county likely to be impacted. We partner with local food banks, Meals on Wheels, and offer first-come-first-serve food replacement packages. Find a food bank near you.