Prepared to respond

Friday, October 31 – 2 p.m.

We're watching the forecast and preparing for strong winds across our service area this weekend, with gusts forecasted up to 50 mph on Saturday. We’re concerned about the combination of high winds, saturated soils, and trees that still have foliage, which could lead to power outages across our service area.

We understand how difficult it is to be without power. We are readying our teams to respond and crews will be working in the field as long as conditions are safe to do so.

If your power goes out, we'll work around the clock to restore it as quickly and safely as possible.

As we prepare for storm conditions, we encourage our customers to do the same:

• Make sure to have emergency supplies on hand at home and in your vehicle, such as extra batteries, flashlights, food and blankets 
• Have a battery-powered radio ready to go 
• Charge cell phones and mobile devices in case the power goes out 
• Download the PSE mobile outage app to track and report outages or visit retro-schemas.com/outagemap  
• Find more preparedness tips at retro-schemas.com/storm  

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.
• If you smell gas, call PSE at 1-888-225-5773 or 911 to report problems.

If you are without power, remember:

• 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. When using your generator outdoors during a power outage, avoid placing it near windows, doors and vents. More generator safety tips: oqbxqa.retro-schemas.com/en/pages/generator-safety 
  • Never use a natural gas range for heating, or charcoal as an indoor heating or cooking source.
  • Never charge your phone or other devices in a running vehicle with the garage door closed.
  • Make sure that natural gas appliances are maintained and operated according to manufacturer recommendations.
  • Additional carbon monoxide safety information: oqbxqa.retro-schemas.com/en/pages/carbon-monoxide 
• If you’re using portable heaters, keep them away from furniture, draperies and other flammable materials.  

Visit PSE on Flickr for images of storm
damage and repairs.