How long will my power be out if PG&E calls a public safety power shutoff?

Each situation will be different, just like each day's weather. PG&E expects to be able to visually inspect the system for damage and restore power to most of its customers within 24 to 48 hours after extreme weather has passed. Because extreme weather can last several hours or days, for planning purposes, PG&E suggests customers prepare for outages that could last longer than 48 hours.

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1. How will PG&E determine the need to turn off power for safety?
2. Which customers are most likely to have their power turned off?
3. How often will these public safety power shutoffs occur?
4. Why would power be shut off in a community not experiencing strong winds?
5. I am a medical baseline customer and/or I have special medical needs. Will my power be shut off?
6. How and when will I be notified if a shutoff becomes necessary?
7. Do I have to opt in to these alerts?
8. Can I opt out of these alerts?
9. During what hours of the day will these alerts be sent?
10. Why are there so many alerts being sent?
11. How long will my power be out if PG&E calls a public safety power shutoff?
12. When will my power be restored?
13. Will I be compensated for food spoilage or other losses?
14. What do I need in my emergency preparedness plan?
15. Do I need to sign up to get public safety power shutoff alerts?