California Utilities Expand Power Shutdowns as Winds Rise

California utilities cut power to more than 62,000 customers across the state in an attempt to stop wildfires from starting as dry winds sweep the region.

PG&E Corp. cut off power to around 60,000 customers scattered across seven counties and may shut off more if conditions deteriorate, according to its website. Meanwhile, Southern California Edison Co. de-energized lines to nearly 2,400 customers in three counties.