California Utility Regulator Opens Investigation Into Power Shut-offs

The California Public Utilities Commission is investigating several utility companies, including PG&E, for their proactive power shutoffs aimed at preventing wildfires. The investigation will assess if these shutoffs were a last resort and if future requirements should change. PG&E's October shutoffs affected nearly 1.7 million customers. Other companies like Southern California Edison and San Diego Gas and Electric are also under scrutiny. PG&E must justify its actions to avoid sanctions for violating state utility codes.

How many customers were affected by the PG and E shutoff in October?

What are the names of the other companies being investigated alongside PG and E?