More than 5,000 PG&E customers impacted by power outages due to rain, wind in Bay Area

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — Thousands of PG&E customers are without power on Wednesday, the utility said.

As of 2 p.m., PG&E said there are approximately 5,378 customers experiencing a power outage, a majority of those in Oakland.

PG&E said crews have been working to restore power to those impacted since these morning outages.

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“As the rain continues this week, drought-stricken trees could be weakened and we encourage customers to have a plan in case their power is impacted. And never go near downed power lines or low-hanging equipment.   Stay away and call 911,” PG&E said in a statement.