Wildfire preparedness
Over the past decade, wildfires have emerged as a significant public health and safety concern for much of the Western United States. As our state’s largest utility, PSE is taking a comprehensive approach to mitigating the evolving risk of wildfires, working to ensure safety while maintaining the reliable delivery of energy to our communities.
Learn more about how PSE works year-round to prepare for and prevent wildfires, including Public Safety Power Shutoffs, and how you can prepare for wildfire season and other emergencies.
During high-risk wildfire weather conditions, PSE may temporarily shut off power lines to help prevent wildfires from starting. This tool of last resort is called a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS).
PSE’s wildfire program
See how we’re investing in our electric system and implementing new technologies and best practices to respond to increasing wildfire risk.
Learn more
Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS)
PSPS is a tool of last resort to help prevent wildfires. Find out how they work and how to prepare.
Preparing for emergencies
Outages can happen for many reasons. Having a year-round plan
and emergency kit can help you stay safe and prepared.