Information from Puget Sound Energy for Emergency Responders

Fire Weather Forecasted 

Red Flag Warnings have been issued for the western and eastern Cascade slopes for gusty winds and lightning storms. As part of PSE’s wildfire safe operations, we have turned on system settings that are more sensitive to potential hazards on targeted lines in these areas.

Enhanced Powerline Settings are designed to help keep you safe, but they may result in unplanned power outages.

This is NOT a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS), where we proactively turn off power in advance of severe weather.

We understand the impact unexpected outages can have on our customers, so we've added additional staffing for our first responders and our operations center.

For more information or to report a power outage, visit PSE’s Outage map.

Due to numerous wildfires in our region, air quality in many areas is within the unhealthy range. Wildfire smoke can seriously affect health, especially for high-risk individuals. To learn more about how to protect yourself and others, please visit the Washington State Department of Health page on staying safe from smoke.

Information for emergency responders

PSE provides first responders the support they need to protect the public and themselves during electric and natural gas emergencies. These resources are available to firefighters, police, emergency medical technicians, 911 call centers, public works departments and emergency management agencies.

PSE instructor-led training opportunities

A great way for first responders and training officers to keep current on the latest response tactics and natural gas and electric safety practices.

Training videos

Natural gas safety review video for emergency responders. Watch

Videos and other resources from Aegis Insurance Services for first responders covering basic electric safety and response tactics for emergency situations.

Visit Aegis website

Near-miss bulletins

One-page summaries of incidents where fire fighters and police were nearly injured by natural gas or electricity—and how injuries can be avoided.

Online PSE emergency response training

Videos, interactive graphics, simulations and textbook learning provide a broad representation of natural gas and electric operations and tactical response options.