PG&E cuts power to 46,000 across Northern California, including Marin

Pacific Gas and Electric Co. (PG&E) shut off power Sunday across parts of Northern California because strong, dry winds raised wildfire danger.

Marin County wasn’t officially on the list of 15 PSPS-warning counties, but wind-driven outages still hit spots from San Rafael and Mill Valley to Sausalito and Corte Madera. Honestly, it felt like the same old story Marin folks face every fire season.

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What caused the outages and how PG&E is responding

PG&E said they cut power during windy, low-humidity weather to lower the risk of wildfires from power lines and equipment. By Sunday afternoon, their outage center showed 46,664 customers affected by 549 outages—a mix of planned PSPS shutoffs and some unplanned ones, too.

Outages popped up all over the Bay Area and Northern California, especially in the North Bay, East Bay, Sacramento Valley, and Sierra foothills. The outage map showed big interruptions nearby. In Solano County, about 5,646 customers lost power before 8 a.m.

Sonoma County saw around 3,140 customers affected just after 4 p.m. Santa Cruz County had roughly 2,249 out by 7:35 p.m.

Fire weather really can turn things upside down fast, even as crews hustle to restore power where it’s safe. The National Weather Service warned of breezy to windy conditions through Monday, with north-to-northeast winds in the 15–30 mph range. Gusts could hit 50–60 mph up in the hills.

For folks in Marin, the vibe can shift from a calm Sunday to a windy, risky situation—especially in hillside areas like Fairfax, Mill Valley, and Sausalito. Even though Marin isn’t on PG&E’s PSPS-warning list, being so close to Sonoma and Napa and the Bay’s wild terrain means it’s smart to stay prepared, especially for people living along the Tamalpais foothills or coastal bluffs.

Areas affected and how to check status

PG&E pointed out that county warnings don’t mean every city or town will lose power, so you really need to check your specific address. The outage map is still the best way to see if your street or block is in the dark.

If you’re in San Rafael’s downtown, Larkspur’s ferry routes, Sausalito’s waterfront, Mill Valley’s hills, or Corte Madera, don’t just assume the whole county is out—double-check for real-time updates.

Check the PG&E outage map for address-specific info about your home or business.
Plan for possible outages even if your Marin neighborhood isn’t on the PSPS warning list.
Prepare emergency supplies—grab flashlights, charge your devices, keep a battery pack handy, stock non-perishable food, water, and make sure you can keep medications cool.
Stay connected with neighbors and help out folks who might need it in San Anselmo, Fairfax, or anywhere else in Marin.

Marin County focus: communities watching the weather from the hills to the waterfront

From San Rafael’s busy streets near the Mission to Mill Valley’s tree-lined avenues, Marin County residents get constant reminders of how quickly weather can spark wildfire safety worries. Sausalito’s scenic shoreline isn’t immune either—wind barreling over the East Bay hills can blast gusts toward the Marin headlands.

Those gusts sometimes send loose debris or downed branches flying, making travel tricky along the Golden Gate Bridge corridor and Highway 101 as the fog rolls back. In towns like Tiburon and Corte Madera, hillside homes sit close to windy ridgelines, so folks there know the drill: tie down anything outside and pay attention when PSPS warnings start filling up inboxes and listservs.

CalFire and local fire districts keep a close eye on the winds and temperatures. Marin’s culture of preparedness—shaped over decades in places from Redwood High to neighborhoods along Corte Madera Creek—still stands as a pretty crucial defense.

People here tend to take practical steps that echo the broader Bay Area approach. They stay informed, save energy when possible, and stay flexible as the sun dips and winds pick up again.

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