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Friday, Sep. 25, 4:00 p.m.

We understand the stress and disruption that power outages can cause. Crews have been assessing damage and restoring power throughout the day, even as new outages continue to occur.

Today's storm had its greatest impact in Thurston County, where stronger-than-forecast winds and trees with full foliage caused widespread outages. As of this afternoon, approximately 50,000 customers are without power. Crews continue to assess damage, remove hazards and make repairs; efforts include working to restore a transmission outage that impacted three substations. New outages could occur as the weather system moves through our service area.

When will my power be restored? 

We know you need information to make plans. In a storm, it can take at least 24 hours after the weather has passed to provide initial estimated restoration times. Our first step is damage assessment: understanding the extent of damage and determining what repairs are needed. Teams are deployed as soon as conditions are safe, while crews also restore power where repairs can be made immediately.

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

Download the PSE App to track and report outages or visit pse.com/outagemap.


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Safety first:

  • Never touch or go within 35 feet of downed power lines because they might be energized.
  • Call PSE at 1-888-225-5773 or 911 to report problems.
  • 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.

Register for recreation access at Lower Snake River

Register here for PSE's Lower Snake River Wind Facility Access by Written Permission program.

Step 1

Read the Access Permission Agreement and Rules

Step 2

Watch the video

Step 3

Review the maps

Step 4

Fill out and submit the form

Customer information

Choose a phone type*

Vehicle information
Emergency contact
Access information

Please specify access use. Select all that apply:

Hunting (bow):

Hunting (firearms):

Recreation:



Step 5

By submitting this form, you will be registering for a Lower Snake River Wind Facility Access Agreement. Your permit, which you must print, sign and carry with you at all times while visiting the wind farm, will be included in your confirmation email.

Please note that children who are hunting must have their own, signed Access Permission Agreement form. Only children who have completed a hunter's safety course are allowed to hunt. If your children are hunting and are under 16 years old a guardian must sign their permit. Children who are not hunting may be listed on their guardian’s access permit. All hunters are required to have a permit, regardless of age.

For additional information please review the Lower Snake River Tours and Recreation page.