Power Outages in Our Community

A Divided Grid

Cedar Ridge Estates is served by Puget Sound Energy (PSE). As noted in the neighborhood’s original outage guidance, some homes along Blue Jay Place and Egret Place can have power while homes on Estate Drive and Falcon Court do not, or vice versa. Different circuits, isolated damage or individual service lines can account for differences between nearby homes. Report your own outage even if a neighbor has already reported theirs.

Power Outage Map

https://www.pse.com/outage/outage-map

Updated restoration times are posted at pse.com/outagemap and on the myPSE app as they are available.

For more information about the ETR process, please visit PSE’s How Power Gets Restored webpage. 

Safety first

• Never touch downed power lines because they might be energized. Stay at least 35 feet away from any downed line and call PSE at 1-888-225-5773 or 911 to report problems.
• Do not use charcoal or a gas grill to cook indoors.
  Never use a natural gas range for heating, or charcoal as an indoor heating source.
  This can cause a buildup of poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
• If you choose to use a portable home generator, read the manufacturer’s instructions for the safe operation of the generator.
  Do not operate generators indoors or in enclosed spaces to avoid the buildup of carbon monoxide.
• If you’re using portable heaters, keep them away from furniture, draperies and other flammable materials
• Always use flashlights instead of candles.

If you are without power, remember:

• Never use a natural gas range for heating, or charcoal as an indoor heating or cooking source.
• If you’re using portable heaters, keep them away from furniture, draperies and other flammable materials.
• Always use flashlights instead of candles.

Be Prepared for a Power Outage

It's important to be prepared for power outages and to anticipate when they might occur. High winds, downed trees, heavy snow and accidents are all reasons the power could go out. 

Four Ways to Prepare for an Outage

1. Have an outage kit ready. Make a kit with enough water, nonperishable food, flashlights, and blankets for at least 7 days to be safe. A list of items to include in your Outage Kit.
2. Make a plan.
   • Know what you will do to keep you and your family warm/cool.
   • Know where you can go that might have power nearby.
   • Plan for where you will meet your loved ones if not together and what you will do for meals.
   • Identify a contact that lives out of the area who can act as a point of contact.
   • Talk to your medical provider and develop a plan for medical devices or refrigerated medications in case of an outage.
   • Alert your alarm company prior to the outage. Contact your veterinarian if your pets require special care.
   • Know how to override your electric garage door and how to exit an electrically secured building.
3. Think about back up power.
   • If you have a generator, understand how to operate it safely.
   • Keep batteries and alternative power sources nearby.
   • Install carbon monoxide detectors in your home and have battery backups for each.
   • Keep cell phones charged and gas tanks full.
   • If you have a landline phone, make sure you have enough battery backup to sustain an outage.
4. Carry cash. Make sure you always have cash on hand, as ATMs or credit card machines may not work in an outage. Having cash will ensure you can purchase something in a pinch.

Why restoration can look uneven

The work that restores your home may be happening beyond your street. During major events, crews first assess hazards and damage, then work through repairs that reconnect essential services and larger parts of the system before smaller distribution and service connections. An estimated restoration time is a planning aid, not a guarantee; weather and newly discovered damage can change it.

Keep your household plan accessible when the internet is unavailable. Note where flashlights are kept, how to reach people who may need help, and where you could safely go if the house becomes too cold or too warm. Follow PSE’s restoration updates rather than trying to diagnose equipment from the road.