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Possible PG&E power shutoffs planned in parts of Bay Area

PG&E said the possible Public Safety Power Shutoffs could start on Thursday and last through Sunday

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Expected fire weather conditions has sparked possible power shutoffs this week in parts of the Bay Area.

PG&E said the possible Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) could start on Thursday and last through Sunday. The timeline of possible PSPS aligns with the start of a Red Flag Warning the National Weather Service issued starting Thursday and through the weekend due to a system bringing hot, dry winds.

Residents can expect 20 to 30 mph winds with at least 40 mph gusts. Those living in higher elevations may experience poor humidity.

To get a phone call or text in the event of a power shutoff, sign up for PG&E's PSPS alerts.

Visit pge.com for more updates on PSPS.

Here's a breakdown of areas under the possible PSPS events this week:

Thursday, Oct. 17: Some parts of the following counties may be affected by a PG&E power shutoff

  • Alameda
  • Colusa
  • Contra Costa
  • Glenn
  • Lake
  • Mendocino
  • Napa
  • Shasta
  • Solano

Friday, Oct. 18: Some parts of the following counties may be impacted by a PG&E power shutoff

  • Alameda
  • Alpine
  • Amador
  • Butte
  • Calaveras
  • Colusa
  • Contra Costa
  • El Dorado
  • Fresno
  • Glenn
  • Lake
  • Madera
  • Mariposa
  • Mendocino
  • Merced
  • Monterey
  • Napa
  • Nevada
  • Placer
  • Plumas
  • San Luis Obispo
  • Santa Barbara
  • Shasta
  • Sierra
  • Solano
  • Sonoma
  • Stanislaus
  • Tehama
  • Tuolumne
  • Yolo

Saturday, Oct. 19: Some parts of the following counties may be affected by a PG&E PSPS event

  • Alameda
  • Alpine
  • Amador
  • Butte
  • Calaveras
  • Colusa
  • Contra Costa
  • El Dorado
  • Fresno
  • Glenn
  • Lake
  • Madera
  • Mariposa
  • Mendocino
  • Merced
  • Monterey
  • Napa
  • Nevada
  • Placer
  • Plumas
  • San Luis Obispo
  • Santa Barbara
  • Shasta
  • Sierra
  • Solano
  • Sonoma
  • Stanislaus
  • Tehama
  • Tuolumne
  • Yolo

Sunday, Oct. 20: Some parts of the following counties may be impacted by a PG&E shutoff event

  • Alpine
  • Amador
  • Butte
  • Calaveras
  • Colusa
  • El Dorado
  • Fresno
  • Glenn
  • Lake
  • Madera
  • Mariposa
  • Mendocino
  • Napa
  • Nevada
  • Placer
  • Plumas
  • Shasta
  • Sierra
  • Tehama
  • Tuolumne

Bay City News contributed to this event.

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