Prepare Now

Plan for your safety, and the safety of your loved ones. Prepare yourself, and help others to prepare, as you are able. If you or those connected to you have medical and/or mobility needs that are dependent upon electrical power, it is particularly important that you act now.

• Planning for Those with Electricity-Dependent Medical Needs (PDF)
• Emergency Preparedness, Disaster Safety for Individuals with Disabilities

Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) Safety Action Center

Preparedness resources are available in PG&E's Safety Action Center.

Have a Family Emergency Plan

Prepare an Emergency Supply Kit, with supplies sufficient for at least a 72-hour period. PG&E officials have stated that a PSPS event could last up to 5 days. These supplies will need to be periodically refreshed.

Some residents may choose to seek a backup power solution for their residence. Information is available on the Generators and Backup Power page.

Remember, a Public Safety Power Shutdown (PSPS) is just one type of event where power may be lost for an extended period, and it is important that you and those around you are ready.

• Be Prepared for Emergencies
• PG&E Emergency Preparedness Brochure (PDF)
• Prepare for Power Down

Food Safety

Is the food in my fridge safe to eat?

• Guidance for Personal Home Food Safety (PDF)
• Guidance for Retail Food Establishments (PDF)

Department of Homeland Security Emergency Preparedness Resources

• Ready.gov
• Power Outage Preparedness
• Wildfire Preparedness

Further Resources

• Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Emergency Communications Tips
• Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Disability and Health Emergency Preparedness Tools and Resources
• CDC Tips for Preventing Heat-Related Illness
• UCLA Health System's "Get Ready, Stay Ready" (PDF)