A widespread power outage in San Francisco affected approximately 130,000 homes and businesses on Saturday, October 14, 2023. As of early Sunday morning, Pacific Gas and Electric Co. (PG&E) reported that power had been restored to most customers, although over 20,000 remained without electricity.
The outage began late Saturday afternoon, causing disruptions across the city. Residents reported flickering lights and sudden blackouts, prompting numerous calls to PG&E’s customer service. The utility company quickly mobilized crews to assess the situation and restore power as efficiently as possible.
In a statement, PG&E confirmed that they were facing significant challenges due to the scale of the outage. The company worked diligently to isolate and repair the faults that had caused the disruption, which they attributed to a combination of equipment failure and adverse weather conditions.
As crews continued their efforts into the night, many residents expressed frustration over the inconvenience. Local businesses also felt the impact, with some forced to close their doors temporarily due to the lack of power.
By Sunday morning, the situation had improved substantially, with PG&E announcing that the majority of affected customers would see their services restored shortly. The company emphasized their commitment to addressing the remaining outages as quickly as possible and thanked customers for their patience during the restoration process.
According to PG&E, the restoration efforts are part of their ongoing maintenance and upgrade programs aimed at improving reliability for all customers. Residents are encouraged to report any lingering outages or issues through the company’s dedicated hotline or website.
As the city begins to return to normalcy, officials are assessing the full impact of the outage and monitoring the electrical grid for any further issues. Local authorities remain in contact with PG&E to ensure that the concerns of residents are addressed adequately.
