SOLEDAD — A PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) has impacted areas between Soledad and King City, as well as communities near San Lucas and Bradley in southern Monterey County.
According to the County of Monterey, PG&E has directly notified residents in the affected areas and is providing updates through its outage map.
To support residents during the shutoff, PG&E has opened several Community Resource Centers (CRCs) across Monterey County. These centers will remain open daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. throughout the duration of the PSPS event.
CRCs are located at the following sites:
- Soledad Community Center, 560 Walker Drive, Soledad
- Salinas Valley Fairgrounds, 625 Division Street, King City
- San Antonio Union School, 67550 Lockwood Jolon Road, Lockwood
- Carmel Valley Community Park / Youth Center, 25 Ford Road, Carmel Valley
- Patriot Park Community Center, 1351 Oak Avenue, Greenfield
At these sites, residents can access essential services, such as blankets, snacks, water, device charging, Wi-Fi and ADA-accessible restrooms. Limited medical support, seating and resting areas are also available.
The County noted that the Resource Centers will remain open until the PSPS activation period ends and that other areas of the county may also be affected. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.