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California’s ‘New Normal:’ PG&E Power Shut Offs on Windy Days

October 12, 2021 8:32 amApril 3, 2022 7:58 am

Thousands of Californians were without power Monday due to high winds, according to a PG&E alert. PG&E’s alert says: “A Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) occurs in response to severe weather to help prevent a wildfire. A severe weather system...

RECAP: SB 167, The Bill That Would Give Backup Power To Those Affected By Wildfires

September 26, 2019 2:20 amSeptember 25, 2019 10:21 pm

Under SB 167, those receiving medical baseline allowances, such as people who cannot leave their home due to their illness or condition, would continue to receive power in areas that otherwise wouldn’t have it due to wildfires. What is it? ...