Tuolumne County, CA — PG&E reports nearly 1,200 customers in the Willow Springs, Mono Vista and Phoenix Lake areas.
Those impacted are on both sides of Highway 108, including Phoenix Lake and Crystal Falls Drive. The 1,157 customers’ lights went out just before 10 a.m. A crew is working to restore power.
Regarding a cause, the company advises, “Our team is evaluating the electrical system to identify damaged sections and make necessary repairs in order to safely turn the power back on.” A restoration time of 3:45 p.m. has been posted.
Written by Tracey Petersen.
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