PG&E
Pacific Gas & Electric Company · Investor-owned utility
Nevada County, California · ZIP 96161
Power Outage in Northstar, CA (96161)
Lake Wind Advisory until Mon 6:00 PM PDT
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Outage history for Northstar (96161)
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Since tracking began on October 24, 2026, neighbors in Northstar have confirmed 0 outages totaling 0.0 hours without power.
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Sat, Oct 24, 2026 3:24 AM – Oct 25, 3:24 AM24h Unconfirmed (1 report)
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Outage reports Restored reports
Built from community reports. Totals count confirmed outages (reported by two or more neighbors). Official outage records come from your utility.
Your electric utility & emergency numbers
911 Downed lines, fire, CO or medical emergencyReport the outage to your electric utility (check your bill if unsure)
Liberty Utilities
Investor-owned utility
We have not verified an outage number for this utility yet. Use the number on your electric bill or the utility’s website.
State help
California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)
State emergency management: disaster declarations, shelters and recovery information.
California Public Utilities Commission - Consumer Affairs Branch
Utility regulator: file a complaint if your utility does not resolve an outage, billing or shut-off problem.
211 California
Dial 211 for warming/cooling centers, shelters, food and help paying utility bills.
Utility service areas come from U.S. Department of Energy / NREL data and can be approximate – the company on your electric bill is always right. Numbers were collected from official websites; tell us if one has changed. All emergency numbers →
National Weather Service
Lake Wind Advisory until Mon 6:00 PM PDT
Get ready for a possible outage: charge phones and power banks, find flashlights, fill water jugs, and set the fridge and freezer to their coldest settings. Outage checklist →
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Lake Wind Advisory until Mon 6:00 PM PDT
Lake Wind Advisory issued October 25 at 12:17PM PDT until October 26 at 6:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph for
Lake Tahoe, Donner Lake, and Prosser and Boca Reservoirs. Waves 2
to 4 feet on Lake Tahoe.
* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.
* WHEN...From 4 AM to 6 PM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft.What to do: Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a sudden
increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing boating
activities on the lake until a day with less wind.NWS Reno NV · Full alert on weather.gov
Power out? Your outage toolkitFood-safety timer, safety checklist, low-battery version
Food-safety timer – start it when your power goes out. It keeps running even if you close this page.
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🧊 Refrigerator
Food stays safe for about 4 hours if the door stays closed.
❄️ Freezer, half full
About 24 hours if closed.
❄️ Freezer, full
About 48 hours if closed.
Over 4 hours: throw out refrigerated meat, poultry, seafood, milk, soft cheese, eggs and leftovers that have been above 40 °F for 2 hours or more. When in doubt, throw it out.
Times from FoodSafety.gov (USDA) guidance; they assume the doors stay closed.
While the power is out
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Live, neighbor-reported power status for ZIP code 96161 in Nevada County, California. Report an outage or restoration and see what people nearby are reporting.
Recent reports in this area
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Auto-resolved Truckee “Resolved automatically: no new outage reports for 24 hours”
Nearby ZIP codes in Nevada County – live status
| ZIP | City | Status now | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95959 | Nevada City | No reports | — |
| 95945 | Grass Valley | No reports | — |
| 95960 | North San Juan | No reports | — |
| 95949 | Grass Valley | No reports | — |
| 95975 | Rough And Ready | No reports | — |
| 95946 | Penn Valley | No reports | — |
| 95977 | Smartsville | No reports | — |
Neighbors' updates for Northstar
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Power outage questions for Northstar
Is there a power outage in Northstar, CA (96161) right now?
Current status: Resolved automatically. No new outage reports for 24 hours, so the outage was closed 13 hours ago.
Who is the electric company for 96161?
Electricity in ZIP code 96161 (Nevada County, California) is provided by PG&E or Liberty Utilities, according to U.S. Department of Energy (NREL) utility service-area data. Your electric bill shows your exact utility and account number.
How do I report a power outage in Northstar?
Report it to your utility: 1-800-743-5002 (PG&E). Have your account number or service address ready. You can also tap “Power is out” on this page so neighbors know. For downed lines or sparks, stay 35 feet away and call 911.
How often does the power go out in 96161?
In the last 30 days the community reported 1 outage(s) in 96161 (1 in the last 7 days). The average outage lasted 24h and the longest 24h. Reliability grade: D (poor – frequent outages).
Are there planned power outages in Northstar?
No scheduled maintenance outage is listed for 96161 right now. Utilities usually notify affected customers directly by phone, text or email.
What city and county is ZIP code 96161 in?
ZIP code 96161 is in Nevada County, California. USPS primary city: Truckee (also accepted: Northstar). Area code(s): 530.
What should I do when the power goes out?
Check your breaker panel, then report the outage to your utility. Keep fridge and freezer doors closed (food stays safe about 4 hours in a closed fridge and 48 hours in a full freezer). Unplug sensitive electronics. Never run a generator, grill or camp stove indoors or in a garage. If someone relies on medical equipment or it is dangerously hot or cold, call 911 or dial 211 for the nearest cooling or warming center.
Power outage in Northstar, CA: what to do
This page tracks community reports of power outages for Northstar, ZIP code 96161, in Nevada County, California. When someone nearby reports an outage, the status above updates within seconds; when the lights come back on, tapping "Power is back" helps everyone know.
Always report the outage to your electric utility as well – this site does not notify utilities. For downed power lines, sparking equipment, fire or carbon monoxide, stay away and call 911.