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Strong Winds Could Prompt Power Shutoffs in California on Election Day: Power Companies

Wind gusts and low humidity are prompting power companies to consider possible electricity shut-offs to avoid the risk of wildfire.
Strong Winds Could Prompt Power Shutoffs in California on Election Day: Power Companies
A Southern California Edison crew installs a new overhead switch for circuit reliability in Ventura, Calif., on May 13, 2020. Brent Stirton/Getty Images
Jill McLaughlin
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As voters head to the polls on Election Day, power companies throughout California are warning customers about possible electricity shutoffs as potentially strong winds are expected in several counties.

In Northern California, Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) meteorologists and operations staff were monitoring the region for strong winds forecasted for Tuesday evening, the company reported on Monday.
Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.