Recent heavy and low-elevation snow has caused numerous power outages in the Sierra Nevada mountains. PG&E has been vigorously patrolling the circuits and accessing hard-to-reach spots where equipment has been damaged.
Utilizing helicopters and snowcats, crews are navigating challenging terrain, and in some cases, even donning snowshoeing to reach affected areas. Additionally, PG&E has brought in extra crews from outside the region, along with contractors, to support the local teams in restoring power.
Despite these efforts, some areas remain inaccessible due to road closures. As of 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, here are the current power outage counts by county:
- El Dorado: 7,834
- Nevada: 2,870
- Placer: 1,410
- Sierra: 716
- Amador: 4,484
- Calaveras: 10,004
- Tuolumne: 8,804
Within the counties of El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, and Sierra, PG&E has approximately 175 boots on the ground working extended days to restore power. They are equipped with 24 snowcats and one helicopter.
On Tuesday, PG&E successfully restored power to more than 8,000 customers in this region. However, new outages continue to emerge even as some are resolved. It is crucial for customers to stay prepared in case of power outages. Customers should ensure their phones and tablets are charged and have battery-operated lanterns and flashlights readily available. To report a power outage and received updates, call 800-PGE-5002 or visit www.pge.com/outages
