Public Safety Power Shutoff Information
High winds can cause trees or debris to damage electric lines and cause wildfires. As a result, your electric utility company may need to turn off power during severe weather. This is called a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS). PSPS events are one of the ways utility companies better ensure the safety of the public.
Through a collaborative partnership of the California 211 Network and Investor-Owned Utilities, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and Southern California Edison (SCE) seek to support customers with an Access or Functional Need (AFN) by connecting them to resources, programs, and local support systems.
Before a PSPS Event
- Emergency Planning Assistance - Personal Safety Plan
- Registration for alerts and notifications
- Medical Baseline Program Enrollment
- CARE or FERA Enrollment
During a PSPS Event
- Locating a Community Resource Center
- Connections to PSPS Resources, including transportation, lodging, and food resource and replacement
After a PSPS Event
- Power restoration updates
- Preparing for the next Public Safety Power Shutoff
Conditions to Cause a PSPS Event
Elevated weather conditions can cause vegetation or other items to be blown into power lines, possibly creating a wildfire. Under these situations, utility companies may temporarily shut off power to customers to keep you and your community safe. Utility companies consider a number of factors and conditions before declaring a PSPS. These include, but are not limited to:
High Winds & Strong Gusts
Dry Vegetation That Could Serve as Fuel for a Wildfire
Low Humidity
Real-Time Observations by a State-of-the-Art Weather Sensor Network
Fire Threat to Electric Infrastructure
Red Flag Warnings declared by the National Weather Service
Make an Appointment With Your County's 211 Care Coordinator
If you're eligible using the criteria above, click below to make an appointment with your service provider and county's Care Coordinator. Care Coordination is currently unavailable in Imperial, Kern, King, Tulare, Stanislaus, Fresno, Merced, and Mariposa County at this time. Contact your local 211 or power company for more information.