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Potential Public Safety Power Shutoff Event in California

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Sinopsis

This episode examines a potential Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) event that Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is considering in California due to dry conditions and high winds that heighten the risk of wildfires. The episode emphasizes that PG&E has narrowed the scope of the potential shutoff compared to earlier projections because of improved weather conditions in certain regions.It is estimated that approximately 20,000 customers across 24 counties could be impacted.The shutoff could commence as soon as Thursday afternoon and potentially extend until Saturday afternoon in some areas.The episode provides a detailed list of each county that might be affected, including the number of standard customers and those registered in the Medical Baseline Program who may face power disruption.The episode also highlights the support PG&E plans to offer during the shutoff, including Community Resource Centers. These centers aim to provide:A secure space for community members to address basic power n