LATEST NUMBERS: Bay Area storm prompts power outages
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- The massive storm that moved across the Bay Area Wednesday has prompted power outages for thousands of residents, PG&E reports.
Number of customers affected as of 10 p.m.
San Francisco: 16
Peninsula: 847
North Bay: 3,138
East Bay: 52
South Bay: 3,444
Total Bay Area: 7,497
Power Outage Safety Tips
Treat all low hanging and downed power lines as if they are energized and extremely dangerous.
Keep yourself and others away from them.
Be aware of trees, pools of water and other objects that may be in contact with power lines. If you see damaged power lines and electric equipment, call 911, and then notify PG&E at 1-800-743-5000.
During an outage, use battery-operated flashlights, and not candles, due to the risk of fire. If you must use candles, keep them away from drapes, lampshades, holiday trees and small children. Do not leave candles unattended.
Street lights: At night, the streets will be much darker than usual and will look different. Follow all posted speed limits - or drive a bit slower. Use turn signals when changing lanes and especially at corners with crosswalks.
Traffic Signals: If traffic signals are out or flashing red, come to a full stop at every intersection, and proceed as you would at a four-way stop.
Children and pedestrians: When driving, watch for children and pedestrians crossing streets in or out of the crosswalk. They may be wearing dark clothing and be difficult to see. If you are walking at night, take a flashlight with you and wear light-colored or light-reflective clothing.
If your vehicle comes in contact with a downed power line:
Stay inside! The safest place is in your car. The ground around your car may be energized.
Honk the horn, roll down your window and yell for help.
Warn others to stay away. Anyone who touches the equipment or ground around the vehicle may be injured.
Use your mobile phone to call 911.
Fire department, police and PG&E workers will tell you when it is safe to get out of the vehicle.
Watch the latest AccuWeather forecast and take a look at recent weather stories and videos.
PHOTOS: Storm slams Bay Area, downing trees and power lines
