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Pacific Gas and Electric Company Warns Customers to Prepare for Unexpected Emergencies During Holiday Travel

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As the holiday travel season approaches, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is reminding its customers to prepare for unexpected emergencies when traveling away from home. According to Angie Gibson, PG&E's Vice President of Emergency Preparedness and Response, having a plan in place can make a significant difference in keeping safe during emergencies. National Preparedness Month, observed every September, aims to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that can happen at any time.

Key Takeaways:

  • PG&E is urging its customers to prepare for unexpected emergencies during holiday travel by having a plan in place, including knowing the location of exits, where to meet family members if separated, and having a contact plan in place.
  • The company is sharing tips and resources to help customers stay safe, including ensuring hotel rooms or rental houses have smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms, traveling with a small flashlight, and researching ground transportation options.
  • PG&E has developed resources to help customers and their families prepare for emergencies, including a webpage with tips and tools to help create emergency plans.
  • The American Red Cross, CalFire, and the Transportation Security Administration also offer resources and tips to help prepare for emergency situations during travel.

Statistics:

  • PG&E serves more than 16 million people across 70,000 square miles in Northern and Central California.
  • National Preparedness Month is observed every September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies.
  • Recent emergencies in popular tourist areas, including wildfires in Hawaii and Canada, a magnitude 5.1 earthquake in Ventura County, and Hurricane Hilary in Southern California, highlight the importance of being prepared.

Sources:

  • Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E)
  • Angie Gibson, PG&E Vice President, Emergency Preparedness and Response
  • American Red Cross (redcross.org)
  • CalFire (gov.ca.gov)
  • Transportation Security Administration (tdc.tsa.dhs.gov)

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