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San Luis Obispo Power Outages Caused by Weather

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January 28, 2021

A powerful winter storm impacted Central and Southern California with heavy rain and snow, gusty winds and widespread urban flooding. The heaviest rainfall totals (4-10 inches) fell across San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties due to the influence of an atmospheric river. With such rainfall totals, numerous reports of flooding were received in these areas. Across Ventura and Los Angeles counties, rainfall totals were less, but still significant. Ventura county received 2 to 6 inches of rainfall with 1-4 inches across Los Angeles county. With snow levels around 5000 feet, significant snowfall fell in the mountains of Ventura and Los Angeles counties with 1 to 2 feet of snowfall reported. Along with the precipitation, southerly winds, gusting up to 80 MPH, impacted the area.

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San Luis Obispo electrician releases the new report 'Inspecting private power lines - EIN Presswire

Private power lines are those that are on private property. Those lines may connect to a public power utility but once the line extends beyond the first pole

Oct 29, 2022

Rural County Representatives of California Says PG&E Reports Over 1,400 Fast Trip Power Outages So Far In 2022 – Fast Trip Safety Settings Deenergize Circuits When An Object Comes Into Contact With A Powerline Or There Is An Equipment Issue

Rural County Representatives of California Says PG&E Reports Over 1,400 Fast Trip Power Outages So Far In 2022 – Fast Trip Safety Settings Deenergize Circuits When An Object Comes Into Contact With A Powerline Or There Is An Equipment Issue

Sep 26, 2022

Power outage affecting San Luis Obispo

Power outages affecting 1,642 PG&E customers began late Sunday night in San Luis Obispo.  Neighborhoods south of Marsh and Santa Rosa Street going towards Sinsheimer Park are impacted.

Sep 25, 2022

Power outages impact portion of northern SLO Co.

Two separate power outages were impacting more than 1,500 PG&E customers in part of northern San Luis Obispo County Monday.

Sep 19, 2022

Power outage impacts more than 5,000 customers in SLO County, Santa Maria

By JOSH FRIEDMAN More than 5,000 households, spanning from Atascadero to Santa Maria, lost power Tuesday morning. At approximately 8:19 a.m., 3,439

Sep 13, 2022

PG&E helicopters to fly over north SLO County

PG&E will send helicopters to patrol power lines in north San Luis Obispo County starting Monday morning.

Sep 12, 2022

Satan's armpit | Shredder | San Luis Obispo | New Times San Luis Obispo

Hot enough for you? In the Laguna Lake area, not only has it been hotter than a stolen tamale, but 2,300 Pacific Gas & Electric...

Sep 8, 2022

SLO County installs battery storage unit to provide backup during outages

San Luis Obispo County has installed its first battery storage unit at one of its county buildings to provide renewable backup energy in case of power outages.

Sep 6, 2022

Heat wave bakes greater San Diego for fifth straight day, and it'll last through Tuesday - The San Diego Union-Tribune

Temperature records fell in two cities and at least a dozen others hit or surpassed 100.

Sep 3, 2022

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my power went out at approximately 3:20 pm at 1296 Chaparral Circle in San Luis Obispo

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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.

San Luis Obispo, California

City San Luis Obispo
County San Luis Obispo
State California (CA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 93401, 93403, 93405, 93406, 93407, 93408, 93409, 93410

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