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Asphalt Restoration night work – 4th St. & D St. 8/15/2022, 8pm-7am

Posted on August 11, 2022

PG&E’s subcontractor Mission Constructors will be starting night work at 4th at D on August 15th. Night work will begin August 15th from 8pm – 7am. Work is only expected to last one night for asphalt restoration.

Wilhelm: 48hr Notice of tree work – Friday 4/29/2022

Posted on April 22, 2022

Wilhelm tree crews are slated to work along PG&E powerlines at the following locations starting MONDAY 4/25/22 thru FRIDAY 4/29/22. 1621 2ND ST 1653 2ND ST 1653 2ND ST 1653 2ND ST 1701 4TH ST 201 BELLE AVE 614 BELLE AVE 8 BRADCLIFF CT 8 BRADCLIFF CT 58 BRET HARTE LN 189 BRET HARTE...

Flex Alert issued for Wednesday, July 28th, due to heat and tight supply

Posted on July 28, 2021

Consumers urged to reduce energy use from 4-9 p.m. to protect grid reliability FOLSOM, Calif. – The California Independent System Operator (ISO) has issued a statewide Flex Alert, a call for voluntary electricity conservation, for today, Wednesday, July 28 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., due to predicted high energy demand and tight supplies across...

PG&E Financial Support for Customers with Past Due Balances

Posted on June 18, 2021

As the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic start to subside, Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) encourages customers with past due balances to explore available financial assistance programs now, before the emergency customer protections come to an end. June 30 is the anticipated end-date for the moratorium on non-payment shutoffs. This does not mean shutoffs...

Rotating outages now in progress

Posted on June 17, 2021

Your power may be shut off for 1-2 hours The state’s grid operator, California Independent System Operator (CAISO), has issued a notice that outages may occur TODAY if the demand for electricity exceeds supply. We may be required to turn off your power for 1 to 2 hours in a series of rotating block outages....

ISO issues Flex Alert for energy conservation

Posted on June 17, 2021

Extreme heat forecast; consumer help will be key to preventing outages FOLSOM, Calif. – The California Independent System Operator (ISO), with extreme heat forecast for much of California and the Southwest, has issued a statewide Flex Alert to encourage electricity conservation tomorrow from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. to reduce stress on the grid and...

San Rafael Update: Tier Status, Vaccine Interest, Small Business Grant, & More

Posted on February 3, 2021

Yesterday, the State provided an update on statewide COVID-19 case rates, hospitalizations, and surveillance on new coronavirus variants. Marin County remains in Purple Tier 1 (Widespread Risk) status for its second week. Our current data meets two of the three metrics required to shift to Red Tier 2 (Substantial Risk). Progress must be made on the COVID-19 case rate in Marin County before we can move to the next...

Winter Storm Advisory – San Rafael Storm Resources

Posted on January 26, 2021

A Flash Flood Watch is in effect from January 26, 4:00 PM until January 28, 4:00 PM, and a High Wind Watch is in effect from January 26, 7:00 PM until January 27, 10:00 AM. A moderate "atmospheric river" will impact the region Tuesday through Thursday bringing prolonged periods of moderate to heavy rain along...

PG&E Conducting Gas Meter Inspections in Terra Linda through Friday (11/13/2020)

Posted on November 12, 2020

The following announcement is from PG&E in regard to gas meter inspections this week. PG&E is conducting gas meter inspections in the Terra Linda, San Anselmo, Marinwood and Fairfax areas today through Friday due to low odor reads upon completion of testing a section of one of our gas transmission pipelines. The safety of our...

Emergency Update: Tier Status Update, SMART Train, & More

Posted on November 5, 2020

Yesterday we received the State’s weekly update on the Blueprint for a Safer Economy. Marin has completed its second week in Tier 3 (orange status); the State’s November 4th assessment for Marin includes: Testing Positivity: 1.0% (decrease of 0.4% since last assessment) Adjusted Case Rate: 2.6 (no change) Health Equity Quartile Test Positivity Rate: 1.5% (decrease of 0.9%) In order to achieve Tier 4 (yellow status) Marin must: have been in the current...

Emergency Update: Marin Graduates to Tier 3, Halloween, Power Shutoffs, & More

Posted on October 28, 2020

As of yesterday, Marin County has officially been assigned to Tier 3 (orange status) or “moderate” risk level as part of the Blueprint for a Safer Economy. The State approved this move due to fewer daily cases, a reduction in the proportion of positive tests among those who are tested, and progress in addressing the County’s lowest-income communities. The County must spend at least 21 days...

Emergency Update: Tier Assessment, Schools, Businesses, & More

Posted on October 21, 2020

Marin County has been in Tier 2 (red status) for five weeks and has met the Tier 3 (orange status) threshold for seven consecutive days. If Marin County maintains this threshold of low testing positivity and cases for 14 consecutive days, we are eligible to move to Tier 3. If the State approves Marin’s move on October 27, further business reopenings can move forward, including increased indoor capacity at retail, restaurant, entertainment...

Emergency Update: Tier Status, Flu Shots, the Great Shakeout, & More

Posted on October 7, 2020

Following the State’s weekly update on the Blueprint for a Safer Economy, Marin County’s placement was confirmed for Tier 2 (red status) for a fourth straight week. The October 6 assessment for Marin includes: Testing Positivity: 1.8% (decrease of 1.1% since last assessment) Adjusted Case Rate: 4.0 (decrease of 1.7 since last assessment) Health Equity Metric / Quartile Test Positivity Rate: 3.1% For...

Flex Alert issued for today, calling for energy conservation

Posted on October 1, 2020

Reduced capacity, along with fires and heat, impacting energy supplies The California Independent System Operator (ISO) has issued a statewide Flex Alert, a call for voluntary electricity conservation, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. today. With high temperatures in the forecast, the power grid operator is predicting an increase in electricity demand, primarily from air...

Red Flag Warning Closes Open Space Due to Fire Danger

Posted on September 25, 2020

The National Weather Service issues a Red Flag Warning when a combination of warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds puts a community at extreme risk of wildfire. A Red Flag Warning for the North Bay Mountains, interior valleys, and other parts of the Bay Area is in effect from Saturday, September 26 at 9 P.M. through 8 A.M. Monday, September 28.  The affected area includes...

Emergency Update: Tier 2 delayed, preparing for a power outage, face coverings, + more

Posted on September 8, 2020

The National Weather Service issued an Excessive Heat Warning that’s been extended through September 9th. Forecasters predict a prolonged period of potentially dangerous heat across the Bay Area and Central Coast. A Red Flag Warning means warm temperatures combined with low humidity and strong winds are expected to produce an increased risk of fire danger. Tier 2 Status...

Emergency Update: Wildfires, Power, & COVID

Posted on August 19, 2020

Where to begin? Following severe lightning storms, wildfires are active statewide, many with evacuation orders in place. Smoke and ash from the Woodward Fire, Hennessey Fire, and other regional fires have impacted our air quality here in Marin. AirNow provides reports about the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Air Quality Index (AQI). Search your zip code to see the quality of the...

Marin County NOT to be affected by PG&E Power Shut Off

Posted on November 19, 2019

On November 19th, around 1:30 PM, PG&E notified the Office of Emergency Services that Marin County is no longer going to be affected by a PG&E Power Shut Off. This information is subject to change if weather conditions change, but as of now Marin County will not be affected. We will continue to monitor the...

Marin County Prepares for Public Safety Power Shutoff

Posted on November 18, 2019

The County has just released a press release regarding an upcoming Public Safety Power Shut Off that will impact Marin beginning Wednesday, November 20th at 4:00pm. Some parts of San Rafael appear to be part of this event though PG&E has not supplied any specifics at this time. We will provide updates on our website...

San Rafael’s Power has been Restored – Shop San Rafael, Be Prepared, Stay Informed

Posted on October 30, 2019

PG&E has reported that power has been restored to 100% of households in the City of San Rafael. All City facilities have reopened and regular City services are operational. If you are travelling throughout the County be mindful that some communities in Marin including parts of Mill Valley, Fairfax, and West Marin are still without...

Tuesday Evening Power Shutoff Update

Posted on October 29, 2019

On Tuesday evening, power was restored to several neighborhoods in San Rafael. While there are reports from PG&E that customers will continue to be re-energized, we want to urge everyone to use this time to prepare for future potential outages. We are still under a Red Flag Warning because of extremely dry conditions and high...

Octubre 29, 2019 Actualización VESPERTINA sobre el Corte de Energía por Motivos de Seguridad Pública

Posted on October 29, 2019

Las cuadrillas de PG&E continúan inspeccionando y patrullando las líneas en el condado de Marin, en las áreas afectadas por el corte del sábado, y por lo tanto esperamos que el poder continúe siendo restaurado hoy. De acuerdo con un representante de PG&E, “NO esperamos interrupciones adicionales relacionadas con Cortes de Energía por Motivos de...

Power Outage Update (some good news)

Posted on October 29, 2019

PG&E crews are continuing to inspect and patrol lines in Marin County, in the areas impacted by Saturday’s PSPS, and therefore we expect power to continue to be restored today. According to a PG&E representative, “we do NOT expect any additional PSPS-related outages in Marin County today. We’ve been able to find ways to minimize...

October 29, 2019 Public Safety Power Shut Off Update

Posted on October 29, 2019

The below update was generously provided by Marin County staff. The first section contains an update on the Public Safety Power Shut Off followed by a list of resources available in Marin County. The list is being updated regularly and can also be found on the County website. The City of San Rafael has also...

Octubre 29, 2019 Actualización sobre el Corte de Energía por Motivos de Seguridad Pública

Posted on October 29, 2019

Proporcionado por Marin County: A partir de las 7:30 am de esta mañana, PG&E ha confirmado que aproximadamente 50,000 lugares con medidores han recuperado su energía del evento PSPS que comenzó el sábado 26 de octubre. Aproximadamente 70,000 lugares con medidores permanecen sin energía. PG&E ha pronosticado un segundo evento potencial de corte de energía...

Alerta de Bandera Roja y Posible Corte de Energía por razones de Seguridad Pública Mañana

Posted on October 28, 2019

Hemos recibido reportes que el PG&E está restaurando la energía en el condado de Marin. No obstante se nos ha notificado de un segundo potencial corte de energía eléctrica que ocurriría temprano mañana martes 29 de octubre. El apagón será en todo el condado de Marin y puede durar un par de días. Aun si su energía...

Red Flag Warning and Possible PSPS Tomorrow

Posted on October 28, 2019

We have received reports that PG&E is currently turning power back on in Marin. However, while PG&E is working to restore power from this outage, we have also been notified of a second potential power shutoff that may occur early tomorrow morning, Tuesday, October 29. The outage could be widespread across Marin County and last...

San Rafael PSPS Hotline

Posted on October 28, 2019

Updated 10/28/2019 at 10:20am The City has opened a non-emergency hotline for residents that are having trouble accessing the internet. The hotline will be staffed from 9am to 5pm for the duration of the Public Safety Power Shut Off event. Residents are encouraged to call 415-485-5070 for updated information and non-emergency questions specific to San Rafael. If you are experiencing an emergency, dial 9-1-1. Additionally,...

Octubre 28, 2019 Actualización sobre la Interrupción del Suministro Eléctrico por Motivos de Seguridad Pública

Posted on October 28, 2019

PG&E nos ha notificado que a partir de las 6:00 am ha comenzado el proceso de revisar su infraestructura a lo largo del Condado de Marin esta mañana. Aunque tenemos la esperanza que restablezcan el suministro eléctrico en el condado de Marin lo más pronto posible, el proceso de inspeccionar las líneas eléctricas y reparar...

October 28th, 2019 Public Safety Power Shutoff Update – Re-Energization

Posted on October 28, 2019

PG&E has notified us that they have started the process of inspecting their infrastructure throughout Marin County at 6:00am this morning. While we are hopeful that power will be restored in Marin County as soon as possible, the process of inspecting power lines and fixing any damage from the wind before re-energization takes time. In...