A freight train derailed on Monday morning at the Union Pacific yard in Stockton, knocking down a power line and cutting electricity to many homes and businesses. Downtown court operations were paused while crews secured the area.
PG&E: Crews on the Ground, Safety First
PG&E said the outage was first reported around 8 a.m., with crews quickly deployed to work alongside first responders. The utility stressed that making the area safe is the first order of business before full restoration can get underway. PG&E estimated that power would be back on sometime after noon on Monday, according to CBS Sacramento.
Union Pacific Confirms Derailment, No Injuries Reported
Union Pacific confirmed that the train derailed inside its Stockton rail yard and said that no injuries were reported and no hazardous materials were released. The company said a power line was knocked over in the accident, cutting electric service across parts of the city, a detail reported by CBS Sacramento.
How Many Lost Power and When Lights May Come Back
Local coverage and PG&E's outage map showed roughly 15,000 to 17,000 customers without electricity around Stockton. KCRA's tracker listed about 15,750 customers affected by mid-morning, with a separate outage near French Camp hitting around 1,500 customers. Many customers were given estimated restoration windows around midday, while some neighborhoods were forecast to get power back earlier, according to KCRA.
Courthouse Closed, Cases Pushed to New Dates
The San Joaquin Superior Court announced that its Stockton courthouse would stay closed for the rest of the day and that all matters set for Monday would be continued to future dates. The court's official site asked the public to monitor its information channels for updates and listed phone numbers for case-specific questions, according to San Joaquin Superior Court.
What Residents Are Being Asked to Do
PG&E's outage center outlines how customers can report outages and sign up for status notifications, and officials are asking residents to steer clear of work zones while crews secure the site and restore service. For the latest outage maps and alert options, visit PG&E's outage center.
