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www.cbsnews.comI can help, but I don’t have live tools available right now to fetch your local outage status. I can guide you on how to check quickly and share general steps.
What to do now
- Check your local utility’s outage map or status page:
- For Santa Clara, look up Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) outage map or your specific service area’s provider if you’re in a neighboring utility footprint. Many utilities offer an outage map that shows current outages by city and estimated restoration times.
- Use your address or participate in outage alerts:
- Enable SMS or email outage alerts on your utility’s site so you receive real-time updates.
- Local news and social feeds:
- Check reputable local news outlets (TV station websites, apps) and official city or county social accounts for power restoration updates and safety advisories.
Important safety tips
- Treat every dark or non-functioning traffic signal as a 4-way stop; avoid downed power lines.
- Use flashlights instead of candles, and keep refrigerator/freezer contents cold if power is out.
- If you rely on medical equipment, have a backup plan and know where the nearest shelter or public facility with power is.
Would you like me to help you find the exact outage page for your street if you share your approximate neighborhood in Santa Clara? I can provide step-by-step directions to locate the right utility page. If you prefer, I can also draft a quick message you can send to a neighbor or your building manager to confirm others’ outage experiences.