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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

blacked out signals should be treated as a 4-way STOP

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...

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...

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...