A PG&E outage refers to a disruption in electrical service provided by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), a major utility company serving much of California. These outages can range from brief, localized disruptions to widespread, extended blackouts affecting thousands of customers. Common causes include severe weather events like storms and wildfires, equipment failure, planned maintenance, and public safety power shutoffs (PSPS) intended to mitigate wildfire risk during periods of high fire danger. Customers can stay informed about outages through PG&E's website, mobile app, and by signing up for alerts.
