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Wind and rain are expected Wednesday as an unseasonably strong weather system moves through the region. With trees and vegetation still fully leafed out, winds may bring branches and trees into power lines, potentially causing numerous outages.

We understand how difficult it is to be without power. We have brought in additional staffing and teams are ready to respond. 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.

This storm may catch some people by surprise given the time of year. As we get ready, we encourage our customers to do the same:

  • Charge cell phones and other essential devices.
  • Make sure you have emergency supplies at home and in your vehicle, including flashlights, extra batteries, food, water and blankets.
  • Have a battery-powered radio ready to go.
  • 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:

  • 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.

Emergency responders training


Instructor-led training at your location

PSE sponsors instructor-led training for firefighters, police, emergency medical technicians, 911 call centers, public works departments and emergency management agencies in how to respond to gas and electric emergencies.

A PSE instructor will come to your location at a date and time of your choosing to provide training on best practices when responding to a natural gas and/or a high voltage electric emergency.

To schedule this free training, contact us by email at publicsafety@pse.com.


Online PSE training

This resource is for first responders.

Registration

Sign up online at pse.rtueonline.com

 

Seattle Fire Department first responders in training

For more information, read our flyer on the safety training that PSE offers to emergency responders.