Summary:
- Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), a major utility company in California, has started implementing planned power shutoffs to prevent wildfires during the summer season.
- These shutoffs are a preventative measure to reduce the risk of power lines sparking fires during dry and windy conditions, which have become more common due to climate change.
- The article discusses the recent power outages that affected thousands of customers in Northern California, and how PG&E is working to restore power as quickly as possible while prioritizing safety.