Page 6 - Mid Valley Times 9-19-19 E-edition

Thursday, September 19, 2019 | A6 | Mid Valley TiMes
HOW DO I PREPARE FOR A PUBLIC SAFETY POWER SHUTOFF?
WHAT EVERY PG&E CUSTOMER NEEDS TO KNOW
Do you have an emergency kit with nonperishable food, one gallon of water per person per day, medications, flashlights and batteries?
If you own a generator, is it safe to operate?
If anyone in your family
depends on electricity for their medical needs, have you made preparations?
Public Safety Power Shutoff, or PSPS, is a safety program that proactively shuts off electric power lines when there is an elevated fire risk.
All PG&E customers should be prepared for possible power outages that could last for multiple days.
If power is temporarily turned off, customers should consider these questions:
Can we reach
you in the event of
a Public Safety Power Shutoff? Update
your contact info at pge.com/mywildfirealerts.
Do you know how to open your garage door manually?
Do you have a personal safety plan for all members of your family, including your pets?
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“PG&E” refers to Pacific Gas and Electric Company, a subsidiary of PG&E Corporation. ©2019 Pacific Gas and Electric Company. All rights reserved. Paid for by PG&E shareholders.
Are your mobile phones fully charged? Do you have a portable back-up charger or a solar charger?
Make sure we can reach you in the event of a PSPS. Please update your contact information at pge.com/mywildfirealerts.