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Thursday, Nov. 5

We're watching the forecast and preparing for gusty winds Friday, followed by a stronger weather system Saturday night into Sunday. We expect stormy weather conditions to persist for the next few weeks. Many trees still have vegetation and that could lead to additional outages associated with the weather systems this weekend.

We understand how difficult it is to be without power. Our teams are preparing to respond, we're adding staff for the weekend, and crews will remain in the field to assess damage and restore power as long as it is safe. If your power goes out, we'll work around the clock to restore it as quickly and safely as possible.

As we prepare for storm conditions, we encourage our customers to do the same:

  • Make sure to have emergency supplies at home and in your vehicle, such as extra batteries, flashlights, food and blankets.
  • Have a battery-powered radio ready to go.
  • Charge cell phones and mobile devices in case the power goes out.
  • Download the PSE mobile outage app to track and report outages or visit pse.com/outagemap.
  • Find more preparedness tips at pse.com/storm.    

Visit PSE’s Alerts and Advisories page for more information: pse.com/alerts.


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Safety first:

  • Assume all wires on the ground are energized. Never touch or go within 35 feet of any wire on the ground. Call PSE at 1-888-225-5773 or 911 to report any wire on the ground.
  • If you’re using portable heaters, keep them away from furniture, draperies and other flammable materials.
  • Always use flashlights instead of candles.
  • Be aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning:
    • Never install or use a generator indoors or in enclosed or partially-enclosed areas, even those that are ventilated. When using your generator outdoors during a power outage, avoid placing it near windows, doors and vents. More generator safety tips: pse.com/en/pages/generator-safety.
    • Never use a natural gas range for heating, or charcoal as an indoor heating or cooking source.
    • Additional carbon monoxide safety information: pse.com/en/pages/carbon-monoxide.
  • Never charge your phone or other devices in a running vehicle with the garage door closed.

Find your local county agency

The HELP, LIHEAP and Home Weatherization Assistance programs are administered through county agencies. Visit the HELP and page to learn more and apply online. To apply for the LIHEAP and Home Weatherization Assistance programs or if you have question on applying for HELP, contact your agency.

Refer to this income table to learn if your income qualifies for assistance. For LIHEAP, contact your local agency to learn about the income guidelines for households greater than 10 people.

Agency name

Phone

Services

Island County

Opportunity Council

360-639-8876

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP

 

360-734-5121 option 1020
Toll-Free: 1-800-649-5121 option 1020

Weatherization

King County

Multi-Service Center (for South King)

253-517-2263

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP

Hopelink (for North and East King)

425-658-2592

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP

The Byrd Barr Place (Seattle residents)

206-812-4940

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP

Seattle Office of Housing (Seattle residents)

206-684-0244

Weatherization

King County Housing Authority

206-214-1240

Weatherization

Kitsap County

Kitsap Community Resources

360-479-1507

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP

 

360-473-2045

Weatherization

Kittitas County

HopeSource

509-925-1448

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP
Weatherization

Lewis County

Community Action Council of Lewis, Mason and Thurston counties

360-736-1800

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP

 

360-438-1100 ext. 2100

Weatherization

Pierce County

Pierce Co. Human Services

253-798-4400

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP

 

253-798-4445

Weatherization

Metropolitan Development Council (Tacoma residents)

253-572-5557

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP

 

253-593-2336

Weatherization

Skagit County

Community Action of Skagit County

360-428-1011

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP

Housing Authority of Skagit County

360-757-6509

Weatherization

Snohomish County

Snohomish Human Services Department

425-388-3880

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP

Snohomish County Department of Conservation & Resources

425-388-7205

Weatherization

Thurston County

Community Action Council of Lewis, Mason and Thurston counties

360-438-1100

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP

360-438-1100 ext. 2100

Weatherization

Whatcom County

Opportunity Council

360-255-2192

BDR
HELP
LIHEAP

 

360-734-5121 option 1020
Toll-Free: 1-800-649-5121 option 1020

Weatherization