Power Outage in Aptos, CA

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Pacific Gas and Electric Company
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Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative
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(800) 422-3275
APS
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UniSource Energy Services
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(877) 837-4968 Report Online
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TRICO
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(866) 337-2052
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News

Thousands of PG&E customers without power in Santa Cruz County

The outage started just before 8 p.m. Thursday.

Sep 1, 2022

SLV Residents Face Another Power Struggle With PG&E - Press Banner

For people living in the San Lorenzo Valley power outages have become a prominent aspect of daily life rather than an occasional annoyance. 

Aug 5, 2022

Hundreds of PG&E customers without power in Santa Cruz County

PG&E said the outage impacts 2,392 customers around Watsonville, Aptos and Freedom.

Sep 9, 2021

Lompico, Zayante neighborhoods experience three consecutive days of power outages – Santa Cruz Sentinel

This latest outage began at roughly 6 a.m. and was caused by a tree coming in contact with a PG&E power line, affecting 1,115 customers.

Aug 12, 2021

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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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Aptos, California

City Aptos
County Santa Cruz
State California (CA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 95001, 95003

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