California wildfire risks prompt officials to cut power for thousands
Officials in Northern California are preparing for potential power shutoffs due to wildfire risks. PG&E has announced that approximately 7,382 customers across 15 counties may experience outages as a precautionary measure. Local leaders are coordinating efforts to assist residents in preparing for possible prolonged outages.
- ▪A Red Flag Warning has been issued due to strong winds and dry conditions, increasing wildfire risks.
- ▪PG&E's planned power shutoffs could affect thousands of customers, particularly in San Joaquin, Tehama, and Glenn counties.
- ▪296 Medical Baseline customers who rely on electricity for medical needs may be impacted by the outages.
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Metro California wildfire risks prompt officials to cut power for thousands By Daniel Farr Published May 17, 2026, 11:00 a.m. ET A huge swath of Northern California is bracing for potential widespread blackouts this weekend as a Red Flag Warning fuels fears of fast-moving wildfires and PG&E prepares emergency power shutoffs that could impact thousands of residents. Officials say the region is facing a volatile mix of strong winds, extremely dry air and brittle vegetation, creating conditions where even a single spark could ignite a major wildfire and spread rapidly.
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