Whether you rent or own a home, you probably use filters to protect the water used in your home and air that comes in from the outside. Both can be impacted by a few factors, including natural allergens, or as we recently experienced, wildfire smoke that traveled to our area…. [ Keep reading ]
With summer well underway in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle City Light has been preparing for a high-risk wildfire season. This year, conditions are drier than usual. Washington state saw some of its lowest snowpack on record, snow melted earlier than normal, and many parts of the state are already in… [ Keep reading ]
Anabel Roza is Seattle City Light’s Vegetation Management & Wildfire Mitigation Manager Every year, utilities across the country report vegetation-related outages. In fact, some of the worst wildfires in history have started when trees touched power lines. In a region like ours, where forests and infrastructure often overlap, the stakes… [ Keep reading ]
Anabel Roza is Seattle City Light’s Vegetation Management & Wildfire Mitigation Manager As we head into another dry summer, Seattle City Light is preparing for the start of wildfire season in Washington state. While the risk of wildfires is real, we want you to know that your safety — and… [ Keep reading ]
Winter weather and storms can make life challenging. Roads, sidewalks, and homes may become dangerous, and power outages can happen. Preparing for these challenges not only ensures your safety, but also helps you conserve energy when it matters most. We’ve created this guide to help you stay safe and use… [ Keep reading ]
UPDATE – November 22, 3:30 p.m. Since the major windstorm Tuesday evening, over 111,000 customers have had power restored, and as of 4:00 p.m., fewer than 3,000 remain affected. We have numerous crews in the field, including line and tree service teams, and we are grateful for the support from… [ Keep reading ]
November winds and rain have officially arrived and along with them so has the risk of power outages. Seattle City Light is prepared to answer the call when power outages occur by keeping crews and equipment at the ready, but there are some things that you can do at home… [ Keep reading ]
Windstorms can be powerful and unpredictable, posing risks to safety and causing power outages. Being prepared and informed is key to minimizing their impact on your daily life. From securing outdoor items and preparing an emergency kit to developing a preparedness plan, let’s look at some practical safety tips to… [ Keep reading ]
Every year on July 10, we celebrate National Lineworker Appreciation Day. This special day honors the dedication of utility lineworkers across the country who are committed to keeping the lights on, maintaining infrastructure, and protecting public safety. Here at Seattle City Light, we want to take a moment to say… [ Keep reading ]
Over the past few weeks of intense heat waves, utilities across the United States have been facing elevated peak loads due to increased demand for power. During periods of extreme weather, utilities experience elevated load demands which result in higher-than-normal peak loads. Extreme heat has been less of an issue… [ Keep reading ]
