PG&E Partners with Local Bay Area Fire Councils to Help Customers Prepare

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PG&E, in collaboration with Bay Area Fire Safe Councils, has launched initiatives to aid Californians in preparing their homes against wildfires. Resources are available at Safetyactioncenter.pge.com, offering guidance on creating defensible spaces, hardening homes, and preparing emergency kits. The program includes training for community members, particularly the elderly, emphasizing the importance of wildfire preparedness. PG&E serves over 16 million customers across Northern and Central California.

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• Collaboration with local Fire Safe Councils to enhance community wildfire preparedness.
• Provision of comprehensive online resources for emergency preparation.
• Focus on community education, including vulnerable populations.

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OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- In collaboration with local Bay Area Fire Safe Councils, PG&E has identified key steps that customers can take to prepare their homes and families for wildfires. The information will be available on PG&E’s online preparedness resource, Safetyactioncenter.pge.com, which shows Californians ways to prepare for emergencies.

Community members will learn:

• How to clear defensible space
• Ways to effectively harden homes against wildfire
• Cost-effective ways to prevent embers from entering homes
• What to pack in emergency kits
• Ways to support preparedness for community members who are elderly or have additional medical needs

Fire Safe Councils play a critical role in keeping their communities safe, such as implementing homeowner training on defensible space and working to reduce the amount of potential fuel in local neighborhoods. Californians can also learn ways to prepare themselves and their community for wildfire by watching 7 Saturdays to a More Fire-Resistant Home, a digital series preparing customers for fire season.

These educational resources feature five Fire Safe Councils:

1. Diablo Fire Safe Council
2. FireSafe Santa Cruz
3. Napa Fire Wise
4. Butte County Fire Safe Council
5. Yosemite/Sequoia RCDC.

To learn more ways to prepare your home for wildfire season and other emergencies, visit safetyactioncenter.pge.com to learn more.

About PG&E

Pacific Gas and Electric Company, a subsidiary of PG&E Corporation (NYSE:PCG), is a combined natural gas and electric utility serving more than 16 million people across 70,000 square miles in Northern and Central California. For more information, visit pge.com and pge.com/news.

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Source: Pacific Gas and Electric Company

FAQ

How is PG&E helping prepare Californians for wildfires?

PG&E is collaborating with Bay Area Fire Safe Councils to provide resources and training for wildfire preparedness.

What resources has PG&E launched for wildfire preparedness?

They launched the Safety Action Center, offering guidelines on defensible spaces and emergency kits.

What is the significance of Fire Safe Councils in PG&E's initiatives?

Fire Safe Councils play a critical role in educating communities about wildfire prevention and safety measures.

Where can I find PG&E's wildfire preparedness resources?

You can visit Safetyactioncenter.pge.com for tips on wildfire preparedness.

What unique training does PG&E offer for vulnerable community members regarding wildfires?

PG&E provides resources to support preparedness for elderly or medically needy individuals.