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Nevada City Today
By the People, for the People
Over 36,000 Still Without Power Amid Major Winter Storm
Heavy snow in the Sierra Nevada Mountains has caused widespread outages across Northern California.
Published on Feb. 22, 2026
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More than 36,000 PG&E customers across seven counties in Northern California remain without power due to a major winter storm that has brought heavy and low-elevation snow to the Sierra Nevada Mountains. PG&E has been working to restore power, using helicopters, snowcats, and even snowshoes to reach affected areas, but new outages continue to emerge.
Why it matters
Power outages during severe winter weather can pose significant risks to public safety and disrupt daily life for thousands of residents. PG&E's response to this storm highlights the challenges utility companies face in maintaining reliable service in the face of extreme weather events, which are expected to become more frequent due to climate change.
The details
As of 12:30 pm on Wednesday, 36,122 PG&E customers across Calaveras, Tuolumne, El Dorado, Amador, Nevada, Placer, and Sierra counties are without power. PG&E has brought in additional employees and contractors from outside the region, along with local crews, and is using 24 snowcats and one helicopter to reach affected areas. The company has restored power to over 8,000 customers, but new outages continue to emerge.
- As of 12:30 pm on Wednesday, 36,122 customers were without power.
- PG&E restored power to more than 8,000 customers on Tuesday.
The players
PG&E
Pacific Gas and Electric Company, a major utility provider serving Northern and Central California.
What’s next
PG&E crews will continue working to restore power to the remaining customers affected by the winter storm. The utility company has advised customers to stay prepared for potential future outages.
The takeaway
This winter storm highlights the ongoing challenges utility providers face in maintaining reliable service during extreme weather events, which are expected to become more frequent due to climate change. Ensuring customers are prepared for potential power outages is crucial for public safety and community resilience.
