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Monday, Sep. 28

A weather system is tracking into our region overnight with strong winds forecasted for Kitsap, Island, far Western Whatcom and Skagit Counties. Winds impacting fully flush vegetation this early in the season can lead to a larger than expected number of outages.

We understand how difficult it is to be without power.  Our teams are preparing to respond and we have added staffing overnight and into the morning. 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.    

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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.

LED is best; here's why

A light-emitting diode (LED) bulb is an energy-efficient light bulb that generates light from the movement of electrons through a semiconductor.

LED bulbs use at least 80 percent less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs and can last 13-25 years longer. LED bulbs are more energy-efficient than any other type of light bulb on the market (see our comparison infographic below). LEDs are environmentally friendly, too, which means you can safely dispose of them in the trash.

And did you also know:

  • LED bulbs use at least 80 percent less energy while producing the same quality and brightness of light that customers are used to getting from old incandescent and CFL bulbs.
  • LED bulbs have dimmable options that help you use even less energy. Be sure to use dimmable bulbs in dimmable fixtures.
  • You can use an energy-efficient LED bulb as a stronger light source without exceeding a fixture's maximum-rated wattage — great for boosting brightness in less well-lit areas.
  • LED bulbs last 13-25 years longer than incandescent bulbs. Their extended lifetime means fewer stores to visit and bulbs to buy in the long run.
  • Today's LED bulbs turn on immediately and do not flicker or buzz.

Check out our LED bulb FAQ for more in-depth info.

Bulb comparison

Bulb comparison