Update: Columbia Woke Up Without Electricity
Update at 9:37 am: The earlier power outage in Columbia is now fully restored.
Update at 9:07 am: PG&E reports that all but 358 customers who lost power have been restored. The cause of the outage has not been released. The company is still hoping for full restoration by 11 am.
Original story at 6:17 am: Columbia, CA — Around 1,300 PG&E customers in the Columbia area lost electricity during the five o’clock hour this morning.
PG&E reports that 358 customers lost power at 5:08 am and 953 more went out at 5:11 am. The cause of the outages is under investigation. The company reports, “Our team is evaluating the electrical system to identify damaged sections and make necessary repairs in order to safely turn the power back on.”
PG&E hopes to have the power restored by 11 am. The outage includes the area in and around Columbia State Park, the Columbia Airport, and Yankee Hill.
