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Bilingual report — Santa Paula Official Community Update

by Community Contributor • January 9, 2025 • Comments Off

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Power Outage Tips, Resources, and Important Information

Dear Santa Paula Resident,

Due to strong winds and heightened wildfire conditions, the City of Santa Paula is experiencing weather-related power outages and Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS). We want to ensure our community stays safe and informed during this time. Below are essential tips, resources, and important updates to help you navigate these conditions.

POWER OUTAGE TIPS

Keep freezers and refrigerators closed to maintain cold temperatures.
Use generators safely–ONLY outdoors and away from windows.
Do NOT use a gas stove or oven to heat your home.
Disconnect appliances and electronics to prevent damage from surges.
Have alternate plans for perishables and medications–use a cooler and ice.

For additional power outage safety tips, visit:

www.ready.gov/power-outages#tips

POWER OUTAGE DRIVING TIPS

SLOW DOWN and drive with caution.
If a traffic signal is out, treat the intersection as an all-way stop.
Turn on your headlights to increase visibility.
Stay alert for pedestrians, cyclists, and workers.
Watch for emergency vehicles at all times.
Plan your route in case of closures or detours.

DOWNED POWER LINES

If you encounter a downed power line:

Stay far away and call 911 immediately.
Once you are safe, report it to SCE’s emergency line at 1-800-611-1911.

REPORTING DOWNED TREES OR TREE BRANCHES

If you notice downed trees or large branches posing a safety hazard or blocking roadways:

Call the City of Santa Paula Trees Hotline at (805) 873-2971
Email: Uvalenzuela@spcity.org

RESOURCES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH MEDICAL OR HEALTH NEEDS

Medical Equipment Power Supply: If you rely on electricity-powered medical equipment (such as oxygen concentrators, CPAP machines, or ventilators), make sure you have a backup power source (battery backup, generator, etc.) ready.

Emergency Contacts: Keep a list of doctors, pharmacies, and caregivers in an easily accessible place, along with copies of prescriptions.

SCE’s Medical Baseline Program: If you have serious medical conditions requiring additional electricity, contact SCE at 1-800-655-4555 or visit sce.com/medicalbaseline to learn more about the Medical Baseline Allowance to request temporary power solutions for medical needs, including battery backups or hotel vouchers for extended outages. This program also provides additional notifications about outages and assistance during PSPS events.

Local Shelters or Medical Facilities: In a prolonged outage, if you need a place with reliable power for medical reasons, consider staying with a friend or family member outside of the affected area. If that’s not possible, reach out to local shelters, hospitals, or community centers for assistance.

Local Pharmacies and Healthcare Providers: Many local pharmacies may have the capacity to temporarily store refrigerated medications during power outages. Residents should contact their pharmacist or healthcare provider to explore this option.

Call 2-1-1: For additional support, resources, and referrals related to medical or other health-related needs during an outage.

SCE COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTERS (CRCs)

In support of this event, Southern California Edison (SCE) has activated the following CRCs. They provide device charging, information, and basic resources. Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. daily.

Fillmore Active Adult and Community Center (533 Santa Clara Street, Fillmore, CA 93015)
Courtyard by Marriott (191 Cochran Street, Simi Valley, CA 93065)
Thousand Oaks Inn (75 W. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360)

Additionally, the Senior Center, located at the Community Center in Santa Paula (530 W Main St, Santa Paula, CA 93060), is open to the public from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Residents without power can use the free Wi-Fi, charge devices, and utilize available seating.

The Blanchard Library (119 N 8th St, Santa Paula, CA 93060) is also open from 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. daily (except Sundays) for those needing similar services.

For more information, visit: www.sce.com