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Extreme weather, such as wind, fire, flood, or extreme heat (included in the Severe Weather category above) causes most large electric disturbance events in the U.S (defined as affecting at least 50,000 customers) (data from 2000-2016)

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Weather Related Fatality and Injury Statistics

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Web page providing statistics on weather related fatalities and injuries.

CARB Regulations Allow for the Use of Back-Up Generators During a Public Safety Power Shutoff

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Web article describing utility customer’s right to use back-up generators during emergency events, including Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS).

Exterior Doors Are Insulated, Impact Rated, and Fire Rated

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Guide describing the use of doors that are insulated and are impact rated or have protective coverings for resistance to hurricane, high winds, wildfires, and thermal losses.