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Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS)
In partnership with Riverside Public Utilities (RPU) and Southern California Edison (SCE), it may be necessary to perform Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) or planned power shutoffs when high winds and dry weather conditions combined with fire danger are forecasted.
Facilities Services (FS) staff are in frequent contact with Riverside Public Utilities (RPU), which has confirmed that there are currently no anticipated shutdowns at or near the UCR campus. However, we could still lose power if a fire in other areas of California significantly impacts transmission lines serving the southern part of California.
If for any reason we learn of planned power shutdowns that were to disrupt university operations, we will notify the campus as soon as possible.
PSPS Frequently Asked Questions
For answers to questions you may have related to how the Public Safety Power Shutoffs may impact the university, click on the accordion below.
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If my building has loss power, who do I contact?
During normal business hours of Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, contact Facilities Services Customer Relations at (951) 827-4214. For after hours emergencies, contact the Central Plant at (951) 827-4677.
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Who can tell me when the power will be restored?
In the event of a PSPS at UCR or the surrounding area, you may also check the Riverside Public Utilities website or the Southern California Edison website for outage information. Additionally, Facilities Services or the campus Emergency Management Team (EMS) will provide regular updates to the campus.
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What happens when there is an outage after hours?
Facilties Services has personnel onsite and on-call 24/7 who can respond as needed during an outage. Additional staff will be deployed, if support is needed.
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If my building has a backup generator will service be normal?
No. Generators provide emergency lighting and support only to those outlets designated as "E-power".
Need Additional Information?
Click one of the blue boxes below for additional up-to-date information about the Southern California Public Safety Power Shutoff Program.