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There have been 40 PG&E blackouts since December’s disaster. The city is pissed
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Jessica Blough , as published by The San Francisco Standard
· October 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Since a major blackout on December 20, there have been nearly weekly large-scale power losses. The total number of blackouts by PG&E has reached 40.
City leaders are seeking state regulatory action due to frequent power outages. Since a major blackout on December 20, there have been nearly weekly large-scale power losses. The total number of blackouts by PG&E has reached 40.
Further details about the situation and the city's response are available. The frequency of the outages has prompted city leaders to call for state regulators to investigate.
The city is expressing frustration with the repeated power losses, which have occurred at a significant rate over the past few months.
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