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Letter: PG&E committed to safety, reliability - Morgan Hill Times | Morgan Hill, San Martin, CA
Morgan Hill Times is the news leader of Morgan Hill, California and south Santa Clara County. The Times is published weekly every Friday.
Oakland power outage impacts over 3,000 customers | KRON4 Open Navigation Close Navigation
OAKLAND, Calif. (KRON) — A power outage in Oakland is impacting nearly 3,500 customers, according to a tweet shared by the Oakland Fire Department. OFD says Pacific Gas & Electric Company notified the department of a power outage in the areas of Adams Point and Lake Merritt. Crews are currently on the scene assessing the […]
Merced kidnapping: Second suspect arrested in killing of family of 4
Officials say Alberto Salgado, the brother of Jesus Salgado, was arrested Thursday night.
Power outages and problems accessing fuel force Puerto Rico grocery stores to close | WSIU
A growing number of businesses are temporarily closing across the island as power outages caused by Hurricane Fiona drag on, sparking concern about the availability of fuel and basic goods.
Leaders give nod to north Merced housing plan after initial rejection — Merced County Times
The Branford Point project — concerning some 50 acres of mixed-use housing and commercial development in the city’s future annexation zone...
Morgan Hill demands answers from PG&E - Morgan Hill Times | Morgan Hill, San Martin, CA
Morgan Hill Times is the news leader of Morgan Hill, California and south Santa Clara County. The Times is published weekly every Friday.
Power outage pre-empts planners’ meeting - Ceres Courier
A power outage just hours before the scheduled Tuesday, Sept. 6 Ceres Planning Commission meeting resulted in a cancellation and delay of the consideration of a proposal to construct a 11,900 square foot pizza restaurant and bar at 3113 E. Whitmore Avenue.
Record temperatures take a toll on South Valley - Morgan Hill Times | Morgan Hill, San Martin, CA
Morgan Hill Times is the news leader of Morgan Hill, California and south Santa Clara County. The Times is published weekly every Friday.
Heat damage causing widespread power outage in Clovis | YourCentralValley.com Open Navigation Close Navigation
CLOVIS, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Thousands of PG&E customers are without power in Clovis as record-high temperatures continue to hit the Central Valley. At 3:22 p.m., officials reported that 4,200 customers lost power due to an outage. The company has shut down power for the customers to prevent equipment failure that would result in longer outages […]
Here’s how to prepare for a power outage, according to SMUD and PG&E Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal
When energy use is expected for hot summer days, SMUD and PG&E offer ways to prepare for a power outage.
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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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Merced, California
| City | Merced |
| County | Merced |
| State | California (CA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 95340, 95341, 95343, 95344, 95348 |
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