California begins power shutoffs amid heightened fire danger and strong winds

California begins power shutoffs amid heightened fire danger and strong winds

A California utility shut off power in 12 counties in the northern part of the state as a major “diablo wind” — notorious in autumn for its hot, dry gusts — spiked the risk of power lines sparking a wildfire. About 13,000 customers woke up without electricity Friday after Pacific Gas and Electric shut off … Read more