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Thousands of PG&E customers without power in Santa Cruz County
The outage started just before 8 p.m. Thursday.
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.
Foreign object triggers major power outage in south Santa Cruz County – Santa Cruz Sentinel
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.
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.
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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.
Aptos, California
| City | Aptos |
| County | Santa Cruz |
| State | California (CA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 95001, 95003 |