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We understand it has been a long day for those customers who remain without power, and we want to update you on the progress our crews have made today.

Damage assessment along with ongoing restoration has been our priority. Our teams have been working around the clock to restore power as quickly and safely as possible, and we’ve made significant progress. As crews complete restoration in one area, we immediately dispatch them to the next hard-hit location where customers need power restored.

Most customers in King County will be restored by Thursday morning, with the exception of customers in Duvall, Skykomish and Snoqualmie Pass. Those areas have access issues that complicate restoration efforts – some of these customers are experiencing extended outages as flooding and other conditions continue to prevent crews from working safely.

In Thurston and Pierce counties, we have made steady progress. In Pierce we are challenged by difficult working conditions and flooded areas. We continue to make progress in both counties, and many customers will have power restored tonight; however, some customers will continue to have extended restoration times. We will continue to work through the night to provide an estimated time of restoration to those customers who will not be restored overnight.

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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.

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Create an emergency kit

Create an emergency kit that will keep you and your family safe and comfortable during a major power outage or natural disaster – and have it ready before disaster strikes. The following checklist will get you started. Make sure to include enough supplies to last at least three days for you, your family - and pets too.

Emergency kit checklist

  1. Water for seven to 10 days (1 gallon per person, per day)
  2. Food for seven to 10 days (non-perishable)
  3. Cash (ATMs may not be working; small bills are best)
  4. Flashlights
  5. Radio (battery-powered or hand-crank)
  6. Extra batteries
  7. First aid kit
  8. Whistle to signal for help
  9. Sturdy shoes, gloves
  10. Shelter items (tent, tarp, rope)
  11. Dust mask to help filter contaminated air (cotton t-shirts can work)
  12. Wrench to turn off utilities, such as natural gas or water
  13. Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for sanitation
  14. Manual can opener
  15. Multipurpose (A-B-C) fire extinguisher
  16. Unique family needs (supplies for infants, pets; prescription and over-the-counter medications; emergency phone numbers, important documents)

Preparing multiple kits, for home, work and your vehicle, is a good idea.

Remember: When preparing for a major storm, earthquake or flood, a preparedness kit is most effective when you also have an emergency plan.

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