Power Outage in Portola Valley, CA

Heavy Rain. This powerful rainstorm overwhelmed pipes and manholes in San Mateo, San Carlos and Millbrae causing over 127,000 gallons of untreated sewage to flow into the streets and creeks. Over 55,000 gallons made it all the way to the San Francisco Bay.

October 13, 2009

An approaching Eastern Pacific storm produced strong wind and heavy rain behind the warm front as it moved through the San Francisco Bay Area. Over 61,000 Bay Area customers lost power between 3 a.m. and 4 p.m.

February 16, 2009

A strong offshore wind event produced a 60 knot (69 mph) wind gust at the Pillar Point Coast Guard Station in San Mateo County. Numerous power outages were reported across the area.

November 20, 2004

Large and powerful winter storm produced intense rain rates in Daly City, sending floodwaters up to 4 feet in some neighborhoods.

February 25, 2004

Large Redwood tree was blown onto house in Sebastopol causing major damage.Wind dmage metal rofing on the road , large trees downed, power lines down.

December 31, 2002

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@paloaltoweekly - March 15, 2023 17:27

A section of Embarcadero Road that was closed on Tuesday afternoon due to downed trees and power lines remains bloc… https://t.co/jSIsVWbQCo

@paloaltoweekly - March 15, 2023 17:27

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@hughbrowne - March 15, 2023 17:05

Friendly reminder to those of us in Earthquake country: Use the power outages and intense wind from yesterday to mo… https://t.co/2mbR5fzYuX

@ebekiel - March 15, 2023 16:46

•Call 911 for downed power lines or any life-safety concerns •Be cautious about food safety after a power outage a… https://t.co/FLyKiq2cwd

@CityofCupertino - March 15, 2023 15:52