Power outages can happen, Sausalito experienced an outage last month. Let's brush up on our Power Outage emergency preparation. Below are a couple highlights from PG&E's preparedness tips, check out PG&E's website for an extensive guide:

• To prepare for an outage, make sure PG&E can reach you to alert you of a possible power outage by calling 1-800-743-5000 and updating your contact information.
• Pack an emergency supply kit with nonperishable food, one gallon of water per person per day, medications, flashlights, and batteries.
• Fully charge your mobile phone and consider adding a battery-powered portable charger to your emergency kit to extend the battery life of your phone.
• Practice opening and closing your garage door manually.
• If you have a car, be sure to fill the tank as gas stations may be closed during an emergency or power outage. If you own an electric vehicle, make sure you have enough charge to make it to a charging station outside of your immediate area.
• Keep bills and cash on hand (preferably in small bills) in case ATMs are unavailable.
• Keep freezers and refrigerators closed during an outage.
• Turn off or disconnect appliances, equipment or electronics.
• Use food supplies that do not require refrigeration during an outage.
• Use alternate plans for refrigerating medicines or power-dependent medical devices during an outage.

Southern Marin Fire Protection District also offers a preparedness checklist. Please refrain from calling the Sausalito Police Department or the Fire Department unless there is an emergency. Check PG&E's outage page for updates.