The main event will be this evening from 4-10 pm, starting across the southern Puget Sound 4-7 pm, then with a line of strong thunderstorms tracking northward across the rest of the service territory 6-10 pm. Under the cores of the strongest thunderstorms will be large hail up to 1”, frequent lightning, and gusty outflow winds of 20-40+ mph. The areas likely to get hit hardest with thunderstorms are favored to be the I-405 corridor and east into the Cascades, initially focused across eastern Pierce and King Counties. Although, all areas could see some impacts/outages. Showers and isolated thunderstorms will continue Thursday, along with breezy winds w/gusts of 30-45 mph. Scattered showers will continue across the region Saturday, followed by a brief drier break Sunday. High temperatures will cool into the mid-50s Fri-Mon, along with lows of lower to mid-40s. Most important, there are likely to be several outages this evening as a line of strong thunderstorms rolls through.

Report and track power outages:  

• myPSE mobile app: pse.com/app  
• PSE storm resources: http://pse.com/storm   
• Online outage reporting: pse.com/outage   
• Outage map: pse.com/outagemap
• Call PSE at 1-888-225-5773 (888-CALL PSE) or 911 to report problems.  

Safety first:  

• Never touch or go within 35 feet of downed power lines because they might be energized. Call PSE at 1-888-225-5773 or 911 to report problems.  
• If a power line falls on your vehicle while you're driving, do not exit until you know for sure that the line is de-energized.  
• Watch out for falling trees/tree branches.  
• If you smell gas, call PSE at 1-888-225-5773 or 911 to report problems.  

  If you are without power, remember:   

• Be aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning:  

o        Never install or use a generator indoors or in enclosed or partially-enclosed areas, even those that are ventilated. When using your generator outdoors during a power outage, avoid placing it near windows, doors and vents. More generator safety tips: https://www.pse.com/en/pages/generator-safety  

o        Never use a natural gas range for heating, or charcoal as an indoor heating or cooking source.  

o        Never charge your phone or other devices in a running vehicle with the garage door closed. 

o        Make sure that natural gas appliances are maintained and operated according to manufacturer recommendations. 

o        Additional carbon monoxide safety information: https://www.pse.com/en/pages/carbon-monoxide  

• If you’re using portable heaters, keep them away from furniture, draperies and other flammable materials.  
• Always use flashlights instead of candles.  
• For information on local warming shelters, please head to your local government’s website or call 211 for local resources.