Map Shows California Regions Facing Power Shut Down This Week
Summary
California faces planned power shut-offs this week in many Northern and Central counties due to high wildfire risk. Utility company PG&E is warning about dry, windy weather that could cause fires, leading them to cut power for safety.Key Facts
- PG&E plans power shut-offs affecting about 88,000 customers across California.
- Shut-offs start Thursday and continue through Saturday.
- Weather conditions include high winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation, raising fire danger.
- Counties under shut-off warnings include Alameda, Fresno, Madera, and many others.
- Kern and Santa Barbara counties are under watch, meaning shut-offs are likely.
- The National Weather Service has issued red flag warnings for many affected counties.
- PG&E is monitoring a statewide fire weather event entering their service area.
- Nearly 4,000 customers in Fresno County and over 1,700 in Madera County may lose power.
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