Friday, January 31, 2025

Power outages likely for residents in 16 counties due to fire risk

Possible power outages due to fires

By Pamela Cruz. Pen sula 360 Press [P360P] / Bay City News

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) officials said power outages could be in effect in small portions of 16 counties Tuesday night due to forecasts of possible dry winds and wildfires.

The wind combined with drought conditions and extremely dry vegetation increases the risk of forest fires, which is why PG&E has issued 48-hour advance notices to customers of specific areas where energy supplies may be affected.

Of the approximately 39 thousand clients located