The state has ordered Pacific Gas & Electric Co. to “show cause” why it should not be fined over its power shutdowns last month (October).
The order was signed Tuesday by the head of the California Public Utilities Commission and an administrative law judge.
In response, PG&E said today (Wednesday) that the shutdowns were the correct choice for safety but admitted they are unsustainable over the long term.
Each violation of state requirements related to power shutdowns could carry a $100,000 fine against PG&E.
Since the Public Safety Power Shutdowns began there have been widespread complaints that the utility failed to coordinate the shutdowns with local governments and also failed to properly notify residents and businesses before power was turned off.
