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is Washington鈥檚 largest provider of electricity, with 1.2 million customers relying on the utility to keep the lights on and homes warm. Both PSE and Seattle City Light (SCL) outlined advice for dealing with a windstorm.

PSE administrators and restoration crews held a strategy meeting Tuesday morning to solidify plans to restore power after the storm passes. While SCL referenced advice .

鈥淥ne of the concerns we have right now is the ground is so saturated from all the rains we鈥檝e had that any strong gusts will topple those trees over very easily right into our powerlines,鈥� PSE spokesperson Andrew Padula said.

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Padula expects outages will be high in number and widespread. As of 4 p.m. Tuesday, winds were picking up and as many as 7,000 customers were already without power. However, crews must wait until after the storm passes to get to work, and even then, they will need help.

鈥淥nce our crews can determine how bad an issue we鈥檙e dealing with, then they can start moving in, but sometimes that can take a while before they clear roads and make sure trees are out of the way so we can get to those spots,鈥� Padula said.

The goal is to stay ahead of the storm as much as possible and plans have been made to make restoration more manageable.

“We already have people stationed at our storm bases and will be ready to deploy so we don鈥檛 have to call everyone in,” Padula said. “They will be ready to go as soon as it鈥檚 safe to do so.”

PSE said the overriding concern is for customer safety, urging everyone to be careful.

“Make sure you don鈥檛 use a charcoal or gas grill indoors to heat your home,” Padula said. “Both can cause a buildup of carbon monoxide gas. Also, use flashlights instead of candles because that鈥檚 obviously a fire danger. And never go near downed power lines. Call 911 or PSE if you see downed power lines in your neighborhoods.”

Also important, she said, is to be prepared.

鈥淲e want to make sure our customers are prepared, that they stay safe, make sure they have an emergency kit, make a plan, download the MyPSE app which allows them to track and report any outages in their neighborhoods,鈥� Padula said.

On Wednesday, Puget Sound Energy Spokesperson Melanie Coon spoke with “The Gee and Ursula Show” on 成人X站 Newsradio.

She said that people should do their聽best to keep the fridge door closed to preserve food.

“You’ll extend the cold air in your refrigerator, so minimal trips to the refrigerator,” Coon explained.

tossing most perishables if they’ve been out for more than four hours, and “when in doubt, throw it out.”

Seattle City Light offers recommendations as residents lose power

SCL also advised proper storm preparation.

November wind and rains have arrived. Keep devices charged and spare batteries for flashlights, extra blankets and non-perishable food items handy. For more information, follow our map at:

鈥� Seattle City Light (@SEACityLight)

The utility stated, , to secure outdoor items, prepare an emergency kit, designate a gathering room and develop a preparedness plan. In the midst of the storm, SCL said to stay indoors, be cautious with generators, avoid downed power lines and watch for falling trees.

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To save energy during a windstorm, the utility recommends unplugging electronics, using natural light, limiting appliance use, conserving heat and cooling, using battery-powered devices and monitoring power usage.

What about when the storm is over? SCL advises inspecting for damage, checking in on your neighbors and family and avoiding any unnecessary travel.

This story was originally published on November 20, 2024, at 5 p.m. It has been updated and republished since then.

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