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Heavy rain, isolated thunderstorms and strong wind gusts are expected from today into Tuesday, with the highest risk early Tuesday morning through Tuesday afternoon. These conditions may cause power outages.

Many trees are fully flushed with leaves. In stiff and gusty winds, that means they can topple more easily and damage power equipment, and branches can take flight and hit power lines.

Our crews are preparing and ready to respond as conditions allow. If outages occur, it can take at least 24 hours after the weather has passed to provide an initial estimated restoration time. Our first step is damage assessment—understanding the extent of damage and what repairs need to be made—once it is safe to do so.


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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.

At PSE, your safety is our priority. We're here to help you stay informed about electrical hazards so you can protect yourself, your family, and your community while helping prevent service disruptions.

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Electric safety tips

Electric safety tips

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Electric shut off

Electric shut off

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Downed power lines

Downed power lines

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Electromagnetic fields

Electromagnetic fields

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Generator safety

Generator safety

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Training and public education

Training and public education

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Quick safety tips
  • Always assume any wire on the ground is energized – always stay at least 35 feet (the length of a school bus) away.
  • If you see any damaged equipment, low hanging wires, or other potential dangerous situations, contact us right away at 1-888-CALL-PSE (1-888-225-5773).
  • High voltage lines could be underground so always call 811 before starting any digging project.
  • For any public safety related concern, contact publicsafety@pse.com.