PG&E Warns 15 Napa Customers of Possible Weekend Power Shutoff as Wind Raises Fire Risk
The utility says about 12,200 customers across 17 counties could lose power from Friday through Monday as gusts reach 45 mph. Napa County customers can check their address for updates.
NAPA: PG&E says about 12,200 customers across 17 Central and Northern California counties could have their power cut from Friday, Oct. 9, through Monday, Oct. 12, as gusty winds and low humidity raise the risk of wildfire. In Napa County, 15 customers are in the potential shutoff zone, according to a county-by-county breakdown published by the Redding Record Searchlight.
With a forecast for gusty winds, low humidity and elevated fire danger, PG&E has initiated advanced customer notifications in targeted areas where Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) may be necessary to reduce wildfire risk.PG&E notice, as reported by the New York Post
Forecasters expect strong westerly winds with gusts between 30 and 45 mph Saturday, with north winds arriving in the Sacramento Valley area Sunday, according to PG&E. The utility said it does not take the decision to cut electricity lightly and is working with local areas to provide additional resources, with high temperatures still in the forecast for some communities.
How to check and prepare
Customers can look up their address at pge.com/pspsupdates to see if PG&E is monitoring their area for a possible shutoff. PG&E also says it will open community resource centers in affected areas where people can get water and snacks, use the bathroom and charge medical equipment, cell phones and other devices.
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