Update 3:58
Power is now restored.
Update 2:25
The bulk of the power outage that began at 12:40pm is now down to 382 and full restoration is expected by 4pm.
More power outages are possible as the temperatures remain in the 90's through Tuesday.
Original Post 12:50pm
A power outage hit West Seattle at 12:40pm as temperatures in the region were headed to 90 degrees.
The outage affected 4471 customers along Delridge Way from 38th Ave SW on the west to the edge of Westcrest Park on the east to Henderson Street SW on the south and just short of Graham Street on the north.
Customers along Sylvan way were affected. The Southwest Seattle Police Precinct and Home Depot were both out as well.
City Light posted:
Facts: A wide-spread power outage is currently affecting the Seattle area. Full restoral of the system may take several days. Rolling outages are likely to balance existing demands on critical infrastructure.
What to do:
- Use flashlights, light sticks or battery-power lanterns for emergency lighting. Do not use candles due to increased risk of fire.
- Do not use a kerosene heater, gas lantern, gas stove or generator inside the house – this causes carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Unplug computers and other sensitive equipment to protect from possible surges when power is restored.
- Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed to keep food from spoiling.
- Conserve water, especially if you use well water.
- Stay tuned to the radio for updates on emergency information.
- If you know of someone who is unable to understand, see, or hear this message, please tell them about it.
Helpful links:
http://www.seattle.gov/light/sysstat/
http://www.seattle.gov/emergency-management/what-if/hazards/power-outages
http://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/EmergencyPreparednessandResponse/Factsheets/PowerOutages
http://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/EmergencyPreparednessandResponse/Factsheets/GeneratorUseDuringaPowerOutage
http://www.ready.gov/blackouts
