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Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) has issued safety guidelines for customers returning to Sonoma and Napa Counties after evacuations due to the Glass Fire. The company emphasizes the importance of being aware of potential electric and gas hazards. Crews are working to restore safe conditions, and residents are advised to follow local authorities' directions. Essential safety tips include treating downed power lines as energized, checking for damaged wiring, and ensuring proper generator installation. For gas leaks, residents should call 911 and avoid restoring gas service themselves.

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) is enhancing its wildfire safety measures by expanding its network of weather stations and fire watch cameras. In 2020 alone, PG&E installed 300 weather stations and 137 cameras, bringing the totals to 900 weather stations and 270 cameras. The company aims to reach 1,300 stations and 600 cameras by 2022. This initiative aims to improve situational awareness and mitigate wildfire risks, particularly during high fire-threat seasons. Data from these installations will inform decisions on Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) to prevent wildfires.

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is providing essential wildfire recovery support for customers affected by recent wildfires in Northern and Central California. PG&E offers various assistance programs, including financial aid through the CARE and FERA programs, and billing support for those whose homes were impacted. Customers can also receive credit relief and access safety tips when returning home. PG&E emphasizes its commitment to assist communities during this challenging time, ensuring that necessary resources are available for recovery and rebuilding.

The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) has issued a Flex Alert due to soaring temperatures expected today, October 1, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. The alert urges Californians to conserve energy amidst rising electricity demand primarily driven by air conditioning usage. Wildfires are further complicating the energy supply, disrupting power generation and potentially affecting solar production. PG&E offers several energy-saving tips for both residential and commercial customers and encourages participation in demand response programs to mitigate potential power shortages.

During National Drive Electric Week (Sept. 26-Oct. 4), Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) urges residential customers with electric vehicles (EVs) to apply for the $800 Clean Fuel Rebate before the deadline of December 31, 2020. The rebate, initiated in 2017, has distributed over $92 million to approximately 145,000 customers. PCG also commits to electrifying its vehicle fleet by 2030, targeting 100% of its light-duty fleet. The initiatives aim to support California's climate goals and promote clean transportation.

The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) has issued a Flex Alert for Thursday, Oct. 1, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. due to anticipated triple-digit temperatures. The alert aims to ensure energy supply meets demand, especially with increased air conditioning use. PG&E suggests customers conserve energy by using fans, closing shades, and adjusting thermostats. Although CAISO does not foresee rotating outages at this time, conservation is crucial to avoid power interruptions. PG&E's Demand Response programs encourage energy-saving participation among 261,000 customers.

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) has announced $1 million in charitable contributions to support communities impacted by the ongoing wildfires in California. This funding includes $500,000 from PG&E and the same amount from The PG&E Corporation Foundation. The contributions will primarily aid local organizations responding to food insecurity and providing relief to displaced residents. PG&E's previous commitments this year also included $100,000 to the American Red Cross and $50,000 to the California Association of Food Banks.

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has restored power to nearly all customers affected by the Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) that began on September 27. This PSPS impacted approximately 65,000 customers across 15 counties, initiated due to severe weather conditions. Following the restoration, PG&E inspected over 3,915 miles of power lines, identifying 13 instances of weather-related damage. The company is actively monitoring ongoing wildfires in Napa, Sonoma, Shasta, and Tehama counties, where around 24,000 customers remain without power. PG&E aims to restore power within 12 daylight hours after weather clearance.