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( KRON) — Thousands of residents are experiencing power outages in San Mateo County, PG&E said.

At around 3:30 p.m., PG&E reported that a substation breaker in Belle Haven tripped, leaving approximately 3,468 customers without power. Crews are on-site and working to restore power to everyone as soon as possible.

Here is a list of the current cities affected:

- Atherton
- East Palo Alto
- Menlo Park
- Palo Alto
- Redwood City
- San Bruno
- San Mateo
- Unincorporated San Mateo

PG&E said Menlo Park had the most customers affected, with 1,697. They estimate power will be restored by 8 p.m.

PG&E shared these tips to remember during a power outage:

- Treat all intersections as a 4-way stop when the traffic lights are out
- Keep freezers and refrigerators closed to protect food
- Turn off or disconnect appliances, equipment or electronics
- Use alternate plans for refrigerating medicines such as coolers

Stay tuned to KRON4 for updates.

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