California

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) has confirmed 11 new cases of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Social distancing is the most effective tool we have to slow the spread of novel coronavirus. Additional case information: Two cases have unidentified sources of exposure.Two cases were exposed during recent travel.Four cases had close contact with …

The company’s enterprise-wide incident response team continues to activate protocols and actions as the situation changes to protect the health and safety of customers and employees; does not expect any disruption in gas or electric service throughout public health crisis SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — Today, Pacific Gas and Electric Company announced that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it has voluntarily …

Redwood City, Calif. – San Mateo County Health Officer Dr. Scott Morrow has issued a School Operations Modification Order that will take effect on Monday, March 16, 2020, and remain in force through Friday, April 3, 2020, unless amended by the County or State health officer. The order requires all schools to dismiss students from regular attendance and encourages schools …

California now has 69 confirmed cases of COVID-19 SACRAMENTO, CA – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 69 confirmed cases. For more information on COVID-19 and California’s response visit www.cdph.ca.gov. COVID-19 in California by the Numbers (as of 10 a.m. Pacific Time): 69– Positive cases1 – Death 24 – …

Local emergencies announced to position resources for extended response Redwood City — The County of San Mateo today announced the opening of a public call center for residents with non-medical questions about COVID-19. The number is (650) 363-4422. The call center will open no later than noon Thursday, March 5. The center will take calls from 7 a.m. to 7 …

Updates Needed from More Than 200,000 Customers In Preparation for Public Safety Power Shutoffs SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is sending postcards to more than 200,000 customers encouraging them to update their mobile number, email and other key information so the company can contact them in advance should it become necessary to temporarily turn off …

More than 70% of winter energy use comes from heating system, water heater & washer/dryer SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.— It’s wintertime which means natural gas appliances are working overtime to keep homes warm and comfortable. Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) understands increased usage can result in higher energy bills and wants to equip customers with techniques to help reduce costs. …

Highlights Include New Grid Technology Investments and Additional Accelerated Inspections and Repairs to Help Keep Customers and Communities Safer from Wildfires SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.— As part of its ongoing efforts to further reduce wildfire risks and keep customers and the communities it serves safe, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E)  submitted its 2020 Wildfire Mitigation Plan to the California Public …

Most of us will think of roses and sweets when celebrate Valentine’s Day. This Valentine’s Day, Asian Pacific Partners for Empowerment, Advocacy and Leadership (APPEAL) and Asian Smokers’ Quitline (ASQ) encourage Asian American community members to surprise the significant others by making quit attempt and make a committemnt to quit for good if possible. Quitting smoking improves the health of …