PG&E Preparing To Cut Power To Hundreds Of Thousands Of Customers
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) plans to cut power to nearly 200,000 customers in Northern California to prevent wildfires, potentially affecting half a million people. The shutoff is due to dry offshore winds that can damage power equipment. PG&E has previously cut power to prevent fires, with past shutoffs revealing significant damage to infrastructure. The company has been linked to major wildfires, including the 2018 Camp Fire, and has settled for billions over its role in these fires.
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What was the outcome of the last precautionary power shutoff mentioned?
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What financial settlements has PG&E agreed to regarding its role in wildfires?
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