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PG&E Conducts Power Shutoff Drill In SMC

Residents may see helicopters overhead, as well as PG&E crews, contractors and PG&E equipment in the area, through Tuesday.

The focus of the drill is on circuits in Half Moon Bay and Menlo Park.
The focus of the drill is on circuits in Half Moon Bay and Menlo Park. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images, File)

HALF MOON BAY, CA — More PG&E crews and equipment will be in San Mateo County Monday and Tuesday to prepare for potential public safety power shutoffs, PG&E officials said Monday.

Crews during the two days will be conducting a power shutoff drill that is focused on the south-southwestern sections of the county as summer commences.

Residents will likely see helicopters overhead as well as PG&E crews, contractors and PG&E equipment.

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The focus is on circuits in Half Moon Bay and Menlo Park, which affect property in Half Moon Bay, Menlo Park, Pescadero, La Honda, Woodside, Portola Valley and parts of Redwood City.
Electricity will remain on during the entire drill.

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