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October 13, 2009 - 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.

Millbrae - San Carlos

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National Quadball Tournament Comes to Marion This Weekend

Quadball, or quidditch, has a regional tournament this weekend in Marion.

Nov 11, 2022

California election: Follow live updates on Election Day in Ventura County

Follow here throughout the day for the latest results on the midterm election in Ventura County, updates and more.

Nov 8, 2022

Most Floridians got power back quickly after Ian. But for some the wait has just begun. - The Washington Post Comment on this story GiftOutline Loading... Loading...

Two weeks after Hurricane Ian, Florida utility operators report only a few thousand customers remain without power. Hard-hit areas like Fort Myers Beach will nonetheless be tough to repair.

Oct 14, 2022

Hurricane Ian: More than a week after the storm, Florida residents face life without water, electricity, and in many cases, their homes | CNN Close icon

Residents in southwestern Florida have been bearing the brunt of Hurricane Ian, and frustration with the government response is beginning to set in a little more than a week since the storm slammed into the state.

Oct 7, 2022

Hurricane Ian: Florida death toll soars to 76 after Ian demolished entire communities | CNN Close icon

Newly homeless Floridians are struggling to restart their lives while rescuers scramble to find any remaining signs of life among the wreckage of Hurricane Ian.

Oct 2, 2022

Slow recovery after Hurricane Fiona fuels anger in Puerto Rico | Grist

As power outages linger a week after Hurricane Fiona, Puerto Ricans wonder why government isn't doing more.

Sep 27, 2022

Fiona’s outages rekindle anger over Puerto Rico’s privatized electric grid - POLITICO POLITICO

“The sad part is that we knew a lot of this would happen,” one activist said after the hurricane knocked out power to 1.5 million customers.

Sep 19, 2022

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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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San Carlos, California

City San Carlos
County San Mateo
State California (CA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 94070

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