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Groundbreaking Microgrid Ushers in 'New and Exciting Era' | Humboldt NOW | Cal Poly Humboldt Cal Poly Humboldt
California’s first 100% renewable energy, front-of-the-meter, multi-customer microgrid is now fully operational. Located in Humboldt County, California, the microgrid provides energy resilience for the regional airport and U.S. Coast Guard Air Station.
Power Outages, School Closure in Gusty Storm's Wake | News Blog
Hundreds of Humboldt County residents remain without power this morning after a storm carrying strong winds blew through the region last night. One of the...
California Turns to Solar Coupled With Batteries to Ease Power Outage Disruption | KQED Search-Icon KQED Save Article Save Article Share-FB Share-Twitter Share-Email KQED KQED
California is using microgrids to improve energy resilience as a cycle of extreme heat, drought and wildfires hammers the West.
THIRD UPDATE: Humboldt Power Shutoff Slated for Midnight | News Blog
THIRD UPDATE: Outages in Humboldt County are now expected to impact around 3,000 customers and are likely to begin between midnight and 4 a.m. SECOND...
PG&E Outage Darkens Northern California Amid Wildfire Threat - The New York Times
A deliberate power outage by the state’s largest utility sent residents scrambling — and debating whether it was worth it.
Updated list of counties, cities affected by Tuesday-Wednesday PG&E power outage
PG&E was cutting power to 540,000 customer accounts in Northern California and...
PG&E MONDAY MORNING: Utility Says It's Still Working to Get Power On; Tuesday Shutdown Still Possible | Lost Coast Outpost | Humboldt County News
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How California grocery stores are handling the power outages
Pacific Gas & Electricity cut power to 800,000 of its customers in Northern California on Wednesday in order to lessen the risk of wildfires sparked by downed power lines during the Santa Ana winds. These customers include grocery stores stocked with perishable foods. The Times-Standard in Humboldt, California, checked…
The Haves and Have-Nots of (Electrical) Power in California - The New York Times
The economic impacts of the state’s power shut-off were especially acute in rural, northern towns.
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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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Arcata, California
| City | Arcata |
| County | Humboldt |
| State | California (CA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 95518, 95521 |