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PSPS 11/20/2019

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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Stay Indoors When the Power is Out

Posted on October 27, 2019

In an effort to ensure the safety of everyone in Marin County, we are encouraging residents to help us help you keep things safe: Please stay home if possible and stay off the roads as many traffic signals are still without power.  ### En un esfuerzo por garantizar la seguridad de todos en el Condado...
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PSPS Update: Sunday Evening

Posted on October 27, 2019

Updated 10/27/2019 - 6:00 p.m. Desplácese hacia abajo para ver este mensaje en español. PG&E has implemented a Public Safety Power Shutoff in Marin County in response to a strong wind event, coupled with extreme fire conditions. The extended outage began Saturday, October 26, and is dependent on weather patterns. PG&E hopes to announce an “all...
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PSPS Update: Resources You Need to Know

Posted on October 26, 2019

Updated: 10/27/2019 - 10:00am Following the activation of a PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff throughout San Rafael and Marin County, City of San Rafael staff are actively monitoring the event in conjunction with the County of Marin at the Emergency Operations Center. Police and Fire Stations, and City Hall are currently operating on emergency power...
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Stay Informed During a PG&E Public Safety Power Shut Off

Posted on October 26, 2019

During a power shut off residents, businesses, and City facilities may be unable to communicate via mobile phone, internet, and other methods that rely on electricity. The City will be posting updated information as it becomes available at the following City facilities: San Rafael City Hall 1400 Fifth Avenue San Rafael, CA 94901 Terra Linda...
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Dark or Flashing Traffic Signals | Los Semaforos Que No Estan Alumbradas

Posted on October 26, 2019

The PG&E Power Shutoff will impact traffic signals. “Dark” or “blacked out” signals should be treated as a 4-way STOP. Unless you have an emergency, please stay off the road. Los semaforos no van a alumbrar durante la corte de energia. Si las senales de alto no estan alumbradas, trantenlo como si fueran senales de...
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More Outages Expected in Marin

Posted on October 26, 2019

Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) has notified the County that it will implement a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) in Marin County.  The PSPS is confirmed in response to a strong wind event coupled with extreme fire conditions. The extended outage will begin as early as 4:00p.m. on Saturday, October 26, depending on weather patterns. The...

San Rafael Open Space Closed Due to Fire Danger

Posted on October 25, 2019

The following land use restrictions are in effect for the Marin Municipal Water District, Mount Tamalpais State Park, Marin Open Space, San Rafael Open Space and The Point Reyes National Seashore during the Red Flag conditions. Closures at Sky Oaks, Natalie Coffin Green Park (Ross), and Leo Cronin Parking Lot, MMWD Mount Vision Rd, Inverness...
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El Condado de Marin se Prepara para un Posible Corte de Energía

Posted on October 25, 2019

Actualizado: viernes 25 de octubre, 01:00 PM El departamento de gas y energia electrica, Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) ha notificado al Condado de Marin que puede activar sus protocolos de apagado de energía pública (PSPS) por sus siglas en ingles, en respuesta a un evento de vientos fuertes y advertencia de alto peligro...
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What You Need to Know: Potential PG&E Power Shutoff

Posted on October 25, 2019

Prepare Now Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) has notified the County of Marin that it may activate its Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) protocols in response to a high wind event and Red Flag Warning. At 7:30am this morning, PG&E said it could potentially initiate a planned power shutoff in parts of Marin County...
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County Prepares for Potential Power Shutoff

Posted on October 25, 2019

The County of Marin has  published this press release about the potential power shut off in Marin County. For updates on impacts to San Rafael visit: www.cityofsanrafael.org/psps For Immediate Release: October 25, 2019 County Prepares for Potential Power Shutoff PG&E notifies County staff of possible temporary service disruption SAN RAFAEL, CA – Pacific Gas &...
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Marin County PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff Update

Posted on October 8, 2019

Updated: 10/8/2019 - 4:00pm At this time the City of San Rafael will not be impacted by PG&E's Public Safety Power Shutoff in Marin County. For information about PG&E power shut off impacts in Marin and find ways to stay informed please visit the County of Marin's update page. We will provide updates if conditions...
Prepare for Extended Power Outages

Prepare for extended outages

Posted on September 20, 2019

Don’t let the rain from earlier this week fool you… Wildfire season is still here, which means PG&E may activate a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) event if extreme fire danger conditions are forecast. A PSPS event is intended to reduce the likelihood of a powerline-caused ignition. A PSPS event could last from 24 hours...
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9/18 Webinar: Learn about PG&E’s wildfire safety efforts

Posted on September 12, 2019

PG&E will be hosting an upcoming webinar to share information about their Community Wildfire Safety Program (CWSP). This webinar will provide an additional opportunity for anyone who is interested in PG&E’s wildfire safety efforts to receive a presentation from PG&E leadership, ask questions and provide feedback. Topics will include: Expansion of the Public Safety Power...
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PG&E Launches New Weather Webpage

Posted on August 30, 2019

In preparation for the threat of wildfire, PG&E has launched a robust weather webpage to better predict when a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) is likely to occur. The PSPS Potential Forecast will provide an instantaneous sense of what’s going on and what’s ahead. The forecast encompasses nine geographic regions of PG&E’s service area (we’re in Region 3) and...
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New Weather Webpage Gives Customers Insight into Meteorological Matters, Gauges the Potential for the Need to Call a Public Safety Power Shutoff

Posted on August 29, 2019

As part of its efforts to prepare customers and communities for the growing threat of wildfire, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has launched a robust weather webpage on pge.com, providing detailed, localized forecasts. Of special note, the page offers a seven-day, look-ahead regional forecast updated daily by a PG&E meteorologist or fire scientist that indicates the potential...
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Does PG&E Have your Correct Information?

Posted on August 14, 2019

As Wildfire Season Progresses, Contact Information Needed from About 150,000 Customers More than 425,000 PG&E Customers Have Provided Updates Since June 2018 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is reaching out to about 150,000 customers encouraging them to update their home phone number, mobile number, email and other key information so the...
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PG&E Unveils Safety Action Center for Customers, Families and Communities

Posted on August 7, 2019

New Online Site Offers Wildfire Safety and Preparedness Advice SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.—We’ve all heard the phrase that it’s better to be safe than sorry. And Ben Franklin wisely opined that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. And a poster proclaiming “Safety doesn’t happen by accident” can be found in almost every...
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PG&E Medical Baseline Program

Posted on August 1, 2019

PG&E's Medical Baseline Program, also known as Medical Baseline Allowance, is an assistance program for residential customers who have special energy needs due to qualifying medical conditions. The program includes two different kinds of help: A lower rate on your monthly energy bill Extra notifications in advance of a Public Safety Power Shutoff How the...
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