Power Outage in Alameda, CA

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Alameda Municipal Power
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(510) 748-3900
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
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Western Area Power Administration
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Port of Oakland
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News

Forecast: Up to 1.5 inches of rain could fall in Berkeley twitter

Berkeley should expect periods of rainfall starting Saturday and continuing into next week, the National Weather Service says.

Nov 4, 2022

Cubans suffer as storm-caused power outage drags on

Sep 29, 2022

Young cyclist hurt after car hits him on Alameda's East End

Sep 17, 2022

Disaster Averted! | Planetizen News

The California power grid withstood its biggest test ever on Tuesday and passed—barely. The only rolling blackouts that occurred during the Stage Three Energy Emergency alert were results of miscommunication.

Sep 11, 2022

Alameda Power Outage Caused by Misunderstanding | Alameda Sun

Tuesday’s power outage in Alameda was the result of a misunderstanding between the Northern California Power Agency (NCPA) and the California Independent System Operator (CAISO), according to an NCPA press release.

Sep 8, 2022

California avoids outages after day of grid-straining heat Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

The California Independent System Operator on Wednesday thanked residents and businesses for heeding another “flex alert,” a request to reduce electricity consumption during peak evening hours.

Sep 8, 2022

Power grid strained by heat, nearly 7,000 PG&E customers lose power in San Francisco

Nearly 7,000 Pacific Gas & Electric customers in San Francisco lost power Thursday afternoon, as a historic heat wave has stifled the Bay Area since the Labor Day holiday weekend. 

Sep 8, 2022

California heat wave back on Thursday: Will records fall?

Sep 7, 2022

Heat wave causes power outages in Vallejo – Times-Herald

Sep 7, 2022

Palo Alto: Nearly 4,500 people without power downtown

Officials don't know when power will be turned back on and they have not identified the cause

Sep 7, 2022

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Outage in central Alameda

Julie D | March 25, 2021  

Power went out (Ballena Blvd) around 3:40, back on around 4:20 .

John Galloway | June 07, 2020  

What is time estimate for power to come back on?

Deborrah Bremond | June 07, 2020  

Power went out 07-Jun-2020 15:40 PST. Taylor Ave at Webster Street.

Eric A | June 07, 2020  

Power is out Gold Coast

Melody woods | June 07, 2020  

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@amram | 10:09 AM - 22 Feb 2023

California experiences a wind storm *once* now every street is closed due to downed trees & power lines. Hard to wo… https://t.co/akHB6PbB47

@thejesscarls | 09:17 AM - 22 Feb 2023

@tehlike Do you carry this around with you all day every day? haha Or is this an at-home power outage situation.

@yaseralkayale | 06:01 PM - 21 Feb 2023

Probably not QUITE as strong, but tree damage and power outages still possible. Wind Advisory continues through 1:0… https://t.co/9i5Y0TvXfL

@PaulKPIX | 05:53 PM - 21 Feb 2023

Power outages suck baaaaaaaad

@JohnClawVanDam | 04:40 PM - 21 Feb 2023

Strong wind gusts may knock down unsecured outdoor items, trees and branches. Prepare for power outages by keeping… https://t.co/0evaV04Iiy

@SF_emergency | 04:25 PM - 21 Feb 2023

Strong winds ripped through the Bay Area on Tuesday and are likely to blame for power outages across the region. Ch… https://t.co/Trx8mljvYd

@sfchronicle | 03:57 PM - 21 Feb 2023

Power Outage FAQs

What is Power Outage?

Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.

What Causes Power Outages?

  • Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.

What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?

  • Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
  • Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
  • Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
  • Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.

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Alameda, California

City Alameda
County Alameda
State California (CA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 94501, 94502

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