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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.

Coming soon to small businesses in North Whatcom

Puget Sound Energy will be in Custer, Birch Bay, and Ferndale offering small businesses free energy-efficiency assessments and easy upgrades to help lower your energy bill.

Where: Small businesses located in Custer, Birch Bay, and Ferndale
When: April 16-18, 2024

If you’re a small business owner looking to lower your energy bills, let PSE’s Small Business Energy Assessment program help you out!

What you get:

  • A no-cost comprehensive assessment and energy-savings report
  • Installation of no-cost LED lighting and water-saving measures
  • Proposal including additional energy upgrade opportunities, if eligible
  • Reduced energy use and savings on your bill
  • Improved environment for employees and customers

PSE small business customers in Custer, Birch Bay, and Ferndale are eligible to participate in this event. For more information, reach out to smallbusiness@pse.com.

All small business customers in our service area are eligible to sign up for our free Small Business Energy Assessment program. Learn more at pse.com/smallbiz.


Workers wearing PSE ensignias climbing stairs carrying ladders and a bucket

PSE is here to offer free energy assessments for local small businesses.