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What should I do to prepare for a power outage?

Among the questions to consider in preparing for an extended power outage: How will I receive warnings and alerts about planned power outages? When possible, PG&E will notify customers in advance of a possible Public Safety Power Shutoff. Register for PG&E’s Wildfire Safety Shutoff Alerts. Links to PG&E "look-up" resources on possible/current outages can be...

When and where will PG&E activate a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS)? For how long?

A combination of criteria are used by PG&E in activating a Public Safety Power Shutoff, which may include a Red Flag Warning declared by the National Weather Service, low humidity levels, forecasted sustained winds, conditions of dry fuel, and on-the-ground real-time information. The most likely electric lines to be considered for shutting off for safety will...

What is a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS)?

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is expanding its Community Wildfire Safety Program. This includes proactively turning off electric power for safety (Public Safety Power Shutoff) when extreme fire danger conditions are forecasted, to help reduce the likelihood of an ignition. Learn more about Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) at prepareforpowerdown.com.

PG&E Power Shutoff & Restoration Updates, October 11, 2019, 10:00 AM

PG&E Power Shutoff & Restoration Updates, October 11, 2019, 10:00 AM: •Sonoma City Hall has resumed regular hours and services. Open 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Closed 12 NOON – 1:00 PM for lunch. •The National Weather Service reports the fire weather threat has diminished despite continued dry conditions. Overnight temperatures continue to drop to...

PG&E Power Shutoff & Restoration Update

Update, Thursday 10/10 at 6:30 PM. The PG&E power restoration process has begun and will continue, possibly for several days. While portions of the west side of Sonoma have been re-energized, much of the City and the Valley are still without power. The City has not received any official notification from PG&E about when we can...

Parts of City of Sonoma Report Power Restoration

Promising news from our friends at Sonoma Valley Fire & Rescue Authority & Sonoma Valley Hospital --- both have had power restored as of 4:00 PM, Thursday, October 10, 2019. We have not received any official notification from PG&E about when we can expect full power restoration. PG&E has advised that it could take 1...

Power Outage Updates - October 10th, 9:30 AM

Updates - October 10, 2019: 9:30 AM Sonoma Valley experienced high winds overnight, but there was no fire activity in Sonoma County or neighboring communities. The Red Flag Warning for our area has been extended through 5 pm today. PG&E has not yet initiated the re-energization process, which includes checking for downed lines. With a...

Power Outage Updates – October 9th, 5:30 pm

Updates, October 9, 2019: 5:30 PM National Weather Service reports that a high wind weather event is expected with high confidence after sunset today (10/9) through early morning tomorrow (10/10). The City has activated its Emergency Operation Center to mobilize resources to address the power loss and increased fire threat, and SVFRA has increased staffing...

List of Businesses Open During Power Shutoff

The Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau is keeping a list of businesses that are open in Sonoma Valley despite the power shutoff. Be advised that while the page is being updated regularly, information may change. You can find the list at: www.sonomavalley.com/open

Power Outage Updates - October 9th, 8:00 AM

Good Morning Sonoma - here are latest #SonomaPSPS Updates - October, 9, 2019 - 8:00am >Red Flag Warning Through Thursday at 5PM >Be careful with generators, candles, and BBQ's, one spark can start a major wildfire >Charging Center at Sonoma Veteran's Building, 126 1st St W, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, please bring your own...

What to do in an Emergency if Cellular Phone Service is Disrupted or Unavailable

In the event that cell phone service is disrupted during the upcoming PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS): Find a neighbor with a landline. If it needs charging, visit the charging station at the Sonoma Veterans Memorial Hall, 126 1st Street West between 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. For PSPS updates, visit City Hall, Sonoma...

Sonoma Responds to PG&E’s Power Shut-Off

This afternoon, the City of Sonoma (City) acted to prepare for a shutdown of Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) power to areas of Sonoma County including the City of Sonoma. PG&E has notified the City and Sonoma Valley Fire & Rescue Authority that they will activate their Public Safety Power Shut-Off protocols due to extreme...

10.10.19 Mayors & Councilmembers Association General Membership Meeting Agenda Packet

10.10.19 Mayors & Councilmembers Association General Membership Meeting - CANCELLATION NOTICE

10.10.19 Mayors & Councilmembers Association Board of Directors Meeting - CANCELLATION NOTICE

PG&E Confirms Public Safety Power Shutoff for the City of Sonoma Beginning at Midnight

Pacific Gas and Electric Company has confirmed that they will perform a Public Safety Power Shutoff to 32 counties in California including the City of Sonoma and Sonoma Valley. The Power Shutoff is anticipated to start starting late tonight, October 8, 2019, or early tomorrow morning, October 9, 2019. PG&E indicates it may take up...

10.10.19 Mayors & Councilmembers Association – Board of Directors Agenda Packet

The Council Action Recap captures the actions taken by the City Council at their meeting. If you would like to view the video of the meeting you can do so on the City’s CivicWeb Portal.

Council Action Recap - 10.07.19

Fire Prevention Week Reminds Households to Plan Ahead

Permit Sonoma’s Fire Prevention Division invites the public to celebrate Fire Prevention Week, October 6-12, 2019. The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) theme for the week “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape!” reminds the community to take action by developing and practicing a home fire escape plan. “The County of Sonoma is committed...

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