Community Corner
Power Shutoff Update In El Cerrito
Just one traffic light in town has been shut off. Temporary stop signs have been placed at the intersection.
EL CERRITO, CA — "As of 10 p.m. on 10/26/19, some areas in El Cerrito lost power due to the Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS). It is unknown at this time how many households are affected or when power will be restored.
"The only traffic signal light affected at this time is the intersection of Fairmount Avenue and Colusa Ave. Temporary stop signs have been posted as a reminder to drivers that when a traffic signal light is out you must treat it as a stop sign.
"We have increased patrol staffing to provide additional resources to affected areas to ensure that our community remains safe."
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— Announcement from El Cerrito Police Department
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