Parts of Lincoln went dark on Sunday evening when a power outage cut electricity to several neighborhoods, blacking out streetlights and traffic signals and turning key intersections into a slow-moving maze. Drivers were urged to take it easy as traffic backed up during the evening rush and emergency officials asked residents to skip any trips that were not absolutely necessary while crews moved in to fix the problem.
In a Facebook alert, the Lincoln Police Department said multiple areas were hit and confirmed that traffic lights were out at the busy intersection of Nelson Road and Highway 65. The department noted that PG&E crews were already on scene working to restore power. Officers reminded drivers to treat dark signals like four-way stops and to report any dangerous situations directly to police. For now, that post remains the main public update on the outage.
Where The Outage Hit And What Drivers Need To Know
Police did not release a specific count of homes or businesses without power but said several neighborhoods were affected, with the Nelson Road and Highway 65 junction highlighted as especially impacted. For issues that are not emergencies, residents are asked to call the department’s non-emergency line rather than 911, which is reserved for immediate threats to life or safety. Contact information and online resources are available through the city’s police page, where the City of Lincoln Police Department outlines services and offers guidance on traffic concerns.
Drivers moving through the darkened areas are advised to slow down, be ready to stop at any dark intersection, and follow directions from officers if they are present at the scene.
PG&E Response And Where To Get Updates
PG&E directs customers to its online outage map for real-time details on reported outages and restoration estimates, and it encourages residents to report outages either by phone or through its website. PG&E provides an outage center that includes the map, a hotline and safety tips for customers riding out a blackout.
According to the utility’s general guidance, crews prioritize hazardous situations and then work to restore power as conditions and access allow. Customers are advised to unplug sensitive electronics and rely on flashlights instead of candles to avoid fire risks. Residents who depend on electrically powered medical equipment are urged to coordinate with PG&E’s care programs or their healthcare providers for support during any extended outage.
What Residents Should Do Now
Lincoln Police said they will keep posting updates on social media as repair work continues and asked residents to monitor the department’s Facebook page for the latest word on the outage. The Lincoln Police Department remains the primary local source for on-the-ground updates at this time.
Officials recommend staying off the roads in affected areas whenever possible, giving utility crews plenty of space to work and allowing traffic to move cautiously through dark intersections until power is fully restored. Further details are expected as the city and the utility release more information.
