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Power restored – SRWC

Power has been restored to all areas of the Stanford Redwood City campus.

Normal operations are anticipated on Tuesday, April 4.

Power outage – SRWC

There is currently a PG&E power outage affecting multiple buildings on the Stanford Redwood City Campus. There is no current estimated time of restoration.

• Buildings without power include:
• 585 Broadway
• Central Energy Hub
• Cardinal Hall

Academy, Discovery, and University Halls, Pinecone Childcare Center, and the Recreation and Wellness Center will remain open. All buildings are without heating and cooling.

Updates will be provided as they become available.

Power restored to SRWC

Power has been restored to all buildings on the Stanford Redwood City campus. The pool will remain closed temporarily while Recreation and Wellness staff assesses.

Power outage at SRWC

• Academy Hall
• Discovery Hall
• University Hall
• Pinecone Childcare Center
• Electronic Communication Hub (ECH)
• Barron Garage

Power restored to Stanford campus

Power has been restored to the remaining areas of the Stanford Campus (Upper Row and faculty subdivision).

SLAC remains without power and separate communications have been sent directly to those affected.

Stanford campus updates, exams to resume as scheduled

Power has been restored to the Stanford campus, with the exception of the Upper Row houses and houses in the faculty subdivision which operate on a separate PG&E power supply. All dining halls are available 24 hours a day, as areas of respite and for student study spaces.

In-person exams will resume as scheduled tomorrow (Wednesday, March 22). Students who remain without power should contact their instructor directly to discuss their situation.

Faculty and staff who work on campus are reminded to check road conditions prior to leaving home. Those who are unable to reach campus due to storm impacts should contact their manager or HR manager.

SLAC remains without power and separate updates will be provided directly to affected staff.

Some power restored; Services available on Stanford Campus

Power has been restored to Stanford Redwood City campus and portions of the Stanford campus. SLAC is still without power. The power supply to many areas of the Bay Area, including the Stanford campus, remains unstable. There is a possibility for further power outages and the university remains in contact with PG&E to receive updates as they are available.

For students without power:

• AFDC, Florence Moore, Wilbur, and Stern dining halls are available for meal service (dining hall hours). These buildings have heat and restrooms. Students may use the electrical outlets in these spaces to charge their devices.
• Flashlights (1 per student) have been delivered to AFDC, Wilbur, Florence Moore, and Stern. If you are without power and do not already own a flashlight, you may retrieve one there.
• Additional student-specific information can be found in the email sent today by Residential & Dining Enterprises.

Information about exams and work on campus for Wednesday, March 22, will be posted as soon as it is available, later this evening.

Power outage at Stanford, SRWC, and SLAC

A power outage is affecting many parts of the Stanford campus. One of the main PG&E transmission lines feeding the campus is reportedly impacted, causing the outage. There is currently no estimated time of restoration. 

Because this outage presents a very unusual circumstance for both our students and faculty, all exams have been canceled for the remainder of the day. 

Staff and faculty should check with their manager to determine if they should remain on campus. Those that are leaving campus should check road conditions before departing. For everyone’s safety, avoid re-entering buildings, classrooms, or parking garages that are without power or emergency lighting. 

Those working in laboratory spaces should pause work where possible, complete procedures to safely secure their experiment and lab equipment, leave the building, and notify their group’s emergency contact of their whereabouts. More guidance for those in research/lab facilities can be found here.

A PG&E power outage is also affecting portions of the Stanford Redwood City campus, including Cardinal Hall, the Central Energy Hub, and 585 Broadway. Heating and cooling is impacted to all buildings.

Power is also affected at SLAC and guidance has been sent separately to employees working there.

Updates will be posted to this site as they become available.

A power outage is affecting Stanford’s campus

A power outage is affecting Stanford’s campus. Updates will be provided as they become available.

SRWC Power Restored

Power has been restored to the Stanford Redwood City campus. Normal operations are anticipated for Thursday, March 16th.

SRWC Update – Wednesday, March 15

As of 4pm on Wednesday, March 15th, the power outage continues to affect multiple buildings on the Stanford Redwood City campus. PG&E has not provided an ETA for power restoration.

Cardinal Hall, all eateries, and the Central Energy Hub are impacted.  All buildings continue to be without heating and cooling and are running at about 60 degrees. If you plan to be on campus, dress in warm layers and leave your portable heater at home.  

University, Discovery, and Academy Halls, along with Pine Cone Children’s Center and the Recreation and Wellness Center have power and will remain open. 

SRWC Update

A power outage continues to affect the Stanford Redwood City campus. Cardinal Hall, Cardinal Cafe and the Central Energy Hub remain without power. There is no estimated time for restoration.

Academy, Discovery and University Halls will remain open Wednesday, March 15, but heating and cooling will continue to be affected until power is restored. The RecWell pool will reopen Wednesday, but will not be heated.

The Barron Avenue entrance and exit to the Barron Garage remain closed.

SRWC Power Outage

There is a power outage affecting multiple buildings on the Stanford Redwood City Campus due to a PG&E event. Heating and cooling to ALL buildings is impacted. 

The buildings and amenities without power include:

• Cardinal Hall
• Cardinal Cafe
• Central Energy Hub
• RecWell Pool and Fitness Garden (interior gym and studio will be open)
• 585 Broadway

There is no estimated time of power restoration, updates will be posted as they become available.

Community Alert – Wind Event

Strong, gusty winds are impacting both the Stanford and Stanford Redwood City campuses. These conditions are expected to continue through Tuesday evening.

For your safety:

• Please use caution and watch for debris while outdoors.
• Assume any downed power lines are energized and call 911 to report.
• Report downed trees and storm-related damage to 3-2281 or (650) 723-2281.
• Check road conditions before you leave campus. The weather is affecting many roadways in the area.

Should any emergencies occur, including power outages, information will be posted on this site.

Power restored to Stanford Campus

Power has been restored to all remaining areas of the Stanford campus, including faculty residential areas and surrounding neighborhoods.

Thank you for your patience while we worked through the impacts of the wind event.

Power restored to SRWC

Power has been restored to the Stanford Redwood City campus. Normal operations are anticipated for Cardinal Cafe and Cardinal ToGo for Wednesday, February 22nd.  Pool and Fitness Garden may remain closed due to high wind advisory.

SRWC Campus Update

• Cardinal Hall
• Cardinal Cafe
• Central Energy Hub
• RecWell Pool and Fitness Garden (interior gym and studio will be open)
• 575/585 Broadway

Community Alert – Wind Event

High winds are impacting both the Stanford and Stanford Redwood City campuses.

Currently, a PG&E outage is affecting portions of the Stanford Redwood City campus and a separate outage is affecting the Upper Row neighborhood at the Stanford campus. There is no estimated time of restoration.

Those affected by the Stanford Campus outage may go to Arrillaga Family Dining Commons or Lagunita Dining for respite.

Homes in the faculty residential area and other neighborhoods may also be affected by power outages. These areas are not part of the Stanford energy system but are directly served by PG&E. Those who are affected can consult PG&E’s outage map at pge.com/outagecenter for continuing updates.

Sustained, gusty winds are expected to persist through Wednesday afternoon. Please use caution and watch for debris while outdoors. 

Updates will continue to be posted here as they become available.

Wind Event – Power outages, use caution outdoors

A power outage continues to affect portions of the Stanford Redwood City campus.

A separate PG&E outage is affecting the Upper Row neighborhood. There is no current time of restoration.

High winds are expected to persist through Wednesday afternoon, please use caution and watch for debris while outdoors.

SRWC Power Outage

There is currently a power outage affecting some buildings on the Stanford Redwood City campus due to a PG&E event. There is no current estimated time of restoration.

Heating and cooling for all buildings is affected, however fresh air circulation is still occurring.

Buildings without power include:

• Cardinal Hall
• Central Energy Hub
• 575/585 Broadway (District Hub, Mail & Package Services)

Please continue to check this site for updates.

Power Restored to Stanford Campus

Crews have identified and repaired a fault on an underground circuit. Power has been restored to all areas of the Stanford campus. Casper Dining will reopen for dinner service.

Escondido Village Studio 2 will be offline for a short time while the building system is reset.

Thank you for your patience while we worked through the outage today.

Power Restored to Stanford Campus

Crews have identified and are repairing a fault on an underground circuit. Power has been restored to all areas of the Stanford campus. Casper Dining will reopen for dinner service.

Escondido Village Studio 2 will be offline for a short time while the building system is reset.

Thank you for your patience while we worked through the outage today.

University Staff Working to Resolve Partial Power Outage

University staff is working to resolve the partial power outage on the Stanford campus. The expected time of power restoration has not been determined. The outage is within the campus power infrastructure and unrelated to PG&E.

Lagunita Lakeside Dining and Arrillaga Family Dining Commons will open at 7:00 a.m. for student respite (and morning service at 9:30 a.m.). Other dining halls will open at 10:30 a.m. as usual for morning service.

Tresidder Student Union and Graduate Community Center will be open at 7:30 a.m. for student respite.

We will continue to provide updates as soon as they are available at https://emergency.stanford.edu.

University Staff Working to Resolve Partial Power Outage

University staff is working to resolve the partial power outage on the Stanford campus. The expected time of power restoration has not been determined. The outage is within the campus power infrastructure and unrelated to PG&E.

Lagunita Lakeside Dining and Arrillaga Family Dining Commons will open at 7 a.m. for student respite (and morning service at 9:30 a.m.). Other dining halls will open at 10:30 a.m. as usual for morning service. Casper Dining will be closed, but Branner Dining will be open as an alternative.

Tresidder Student Union and Graduate Community Center will be open at 7:30 a.m. for student respite.

We will continue to provide updates as soon as they are available on this site.

Partial Power Outage – Stanford Campus

There is a power outage affecting parts of the Stanford campus. University staff is working to identify the extent and cause of the outage. Updates will be provided as they become available.

Affected buildings may include:

CERAS
LAW SCHOOL (CROWN QUAD)
OLD UNION (STUDENT SERV.)
SWEET HALL
LAGUNITA WEST
KIMBALL HALL
Casper DINING COMMONS
CASTANO   06-720
MANZANITA SHARE BLDG  Latana/castano commons
LANTANA
SCHWAB CENTER- East A
SCHWAB CENTER BLDG. B
SCHWAB CENTER Tower C Building
SCHWAB CENTER BLDG. E VIDALAKIS DINING
E.V.Bldgs 116
E.V. Bldgs 124, 125
E.V. Bldgs 133 – 136
EV-5 BLDG 129 – 144
HOUSING MAINT. CENTER
HOUSING MAINT. ANNEX
RAINS A (12-19)
RAINS B (20-25)
RAINS C (27-31)
RAINS D (32-38)
RAINS APTS – BLDG
BING NURSERY SCHOOL
E.V.Bldgs MIRRIELESS
RAINS 4 – BUTTERY
E .V. Bldgs STUDIO 1
E .V. Bldgs STUDIO 2
CROTHERS HALL
GALVEZ MODULAR 1
RAINS BLDGS A – D
HACIENDA COMMONS
WILLIS COURT
TOWER HOUSE
WILBUR PARKING LOT
RAINS BLDGS A – D
KENNEDY RESIDENCE, ROSSE
KENNEDY RESIDENCE, COMMONS
KENNEDY RESIDENCE, HASTORF
KENNEDY RESIDENCE, MILLER
KENNEDY RESIDENCE, LIEBERMAN
ROBLE FIELD GARAGE
LAGUNITA BLDG K MEIER
ROBLE GYM
MANZANITA HUMANITIES THEME, CASPER NG
CCSC ChildCare
HOUSING MAINT. ANNEX– ELECTRIC CART CHARGING

Stanford Redwood City Power Restored

Power and heat have been restored to the impacted buildings at SRWC. Please note:

1. Please ensure that you are parking in the SRWC surface parking lot and not in the SHC parking lot across the street.
2. Cardinal Brew and To-Go will open today, but the Cardinal Café will remain closed for today and plans to re-open tomorrow (Wed., 01/11)

SRWC Power Outage Multiple Buildings

There is currently a power outage affecting multiple buildings on the Stanford Redwood City Campus due to a PG&E event. There is no current estimated time of restoration.

All buildings are without heating and cooling.

Buildings without power include:

• 585 Broadway
• Central Energy Hub
• Cardinal Hall

SRWC staff are encouraged to work from home today. Employees should check with their departmental management for clarification of responsibilities if needed.

Storm Update – Friday Return to Normal Operations

The Stanford Campus fared well during Wednesday evening’s storm and campus operations are expected to return to normal by Friday, January 6. Those who normally work on campus may return on Friday.

Stanford Redwood City Campus employees are expected to continue to work remotely until Monday, January 9. Healthcare operations at Stanford and Stanford Redwood City have not been impacted.

Operations at the Stanford Research Park are continuing as usual. Childcare centers at the Stanford campus remain open. 

When returning to campus, expect to see standing bodies of water on campus, including at some athletic fields and Lake Lagunita. It is incredibly important to refrain from entering standing water for your health and safety. Even water that appears safe can contain dangerous debris, bacteria, and deep mud, and is not safe for bathing, drinking, or recreational activities. 

Similarly, please avoid driving through areas of standing water. Be aware of downed trees, limbs or power lines. Assume that any power line is energized and extremely dangerous. 

To report flooding, downed trees, power lines or other storm-related hazards, please call 3-2281 or (650) 723-9633.

Winter storm update

The National Weather service has issued a storm statement for the upcoming Wednesday, January 4th storm, indicating that this will likely be a very impactful system, bringing the possibility of flooding, downed trees and power outages.

Employees with responsibilities that require them to be on campus should report as usual. Other employees who work on the Stanford campus are encouraged to work from home through Thursday, January 5, if feasible. Departments that normally provide on-site services may be sending specific information to their staff. Guidance will be provided to SLAC staff in a separate communication. 

Employees should check with their departmental management for clarification of responsibilities if needed.

All Stanford Redwood City Campus employees are expected to work remotely until Monday, January 9. 

Operations at the Stanford Research Park should continue as usual. Childcare centers at the Stanford campus will remain open. Healthcare operations have not been impacted, nor are patients in danger. 

Wednesday’s storm is expected to bring dangerous travel conditions. Please avoid unnecessary travel. If you need to drive, check traffic reports before heading out the door. Slow down, leave extra space between vehicles and watch out for flooding on roadways. Keep both hands on the wheel and leave your headlights on. Stay away from driving through standing water. Please stay away from downed power lines and assume they are energized and extremely dangerous. (Palo Alto Office of Emergency Services)

Updates will be posted to this site as they become available.

Redwood City Campus Closure

The National Weather service has issued a storm statement for the upcoming Wednesday, January 4th storm, indicating that this will likely be a very impactful system, bringing the possibility of flooding, downed trees and power outages. Due to the impact of the last storm to the Stanford Redwood City Campus (SRWC), the expected impact of Wednesday’s storm, and to ensure safety, a decision has been made to keep SRWC closed through January 8, 2023. Healthcare operations have not been impacted, nor are patients in danger.

We will target a reopening date of Monday, January 9th. Any updates will be posted to this site as they become available.

M5.1 Earthquake Centered Near San Jose, No Impact to Campus

An earthquake was felt in the Stanford area at 11:42 a.m. Preliminary information is that it was centered 12 miles south of San Jose and registered 5.1 on the Richter scale.

At this time, we are not aware of significant impacts at Stanford, and we anticipate no disruptions to normal university operations.

Please be aware that aftershocks are always possible. In an aftershock, “Duck, Cover and Hold” until the shaking stops. Report any emergencies to 911, or 9-911 from a campus telephone. If you observe new damage to campus buildings, please report it to (650) 723-2281.

More information on earthquake preparedness and response is available at https://cardinalready.stanford.edu/emergency/earthquake/.

Annual AlertSU System Test – Thursday, October 27, 2022

On Thursday, October 27, at approximately 12:05 p.m., Stanford University will conduct its annual test of the campus AlertSU system. The notification will be sent via text message and email to the Stanford community. It will also post to the University emergency website, Public Safety website and the Stanford mobile app.

The outdoor warning system will be activated. If you are outside, you should expect to hear an audible tone for approximately 30 seconds, followed by a verbal message from each of the 7 sirens at various campus locations. The sirens will be audible throughout the campus and may also be heard in parts of the surrounding communities, including Palo Alto, Menlo Park and Los Altos.

Also being tested are Cisco VoIP speaker phones. VoIP speaker phones are found in many of the academic and office buildings throughout campus. If you have a Cisco phone in your area, the AlertSU message will broadcast from the speaker phone and a banner message will appear in the display. Press the exit option to cancel the announcement.
In the test message sent to your device, you will be asked to acknowledge the message. This is an important step that will help us monitor the success of this test. If you receive both a text and email, you only need to acknowledge one of the messages.

Prior to the test, it is important you verify that your contact information is correct in Axess (students) or StanfordYou (faculty and staff).

Students: In Axess, make sure there is an entry in the mobile phone field as this is the most rapid and direct way to communicate with you during an emergency.

Faculty and Staff: In StanfordWho, make sure there is an entry in the mobile phone field, as this is the most rapid and direct way of communication with you during an actual emergency. As a reminder: the University requires that employees maintain their directory entry and opt in to AlertSU with their work phone number, email address, and any university-issued or reimbursed cell phone number. Please review step by step instructions on how to enter your contact information in StanfordYou or visit https://police.stanford.edu/alert/alertsu-faq.html for more information.

Additionally, in order to know you are receiving an official AlertSU message, please program the following information into your mobile phone contacts.

• Email Address: alertsudps@lists.stanford.edu
• Phone Number: 650-725-5555
• Text Message phone number: 89361

In the event of an actual emergency, you would be asked to follow the specific instructions in the alert message. Other avenues that might be used to inform the community about critical incidents include:

• Stanford’s emergency website: https://emergency.stanford.edu
• Department of Public Safety website: https://police.stanford.edu
• Social Media: Twitter/Instagram @Stanford and Facebook
• University emergency information hotlines: 650-725-5555 and 844-253-7878 (844-AlertSU)
• KZSU 90.1 FM

Upon receipt of an AlertSU message, notify others in your immediate vicinity to ensure they are also aware of the situation and the recommended safety precautions.

For more information about the AlertSU system, please visit the AlertSU FAQ page at https://police.stanford.edu/alertsu-faq.html.

Evacuation procedures and how to respond to other emergencies can be found on the following resource pages.

• Evacuation Procedure: https://ehs.stanford.edu/manual/emergency-response-guidelines/evacuation-procedure
• Fire: https://ehs.stanford.edu/manual/emergency-response-guidelines/fire
• Earthquake: https://ehs.stanford.edu/manual/emergency-response-guidelines/earthquake
• Stanford University Emergency Response Guidelines: https://ehs.stanford.edu/manual/emergency-response-guidelines
• Safety, Security, and Fire Report 2022: https://police.stanford.edu/security-report.html

Thank you for your participation!

PG&E Outage Resolved, Campus Returns to Primary Power Supply

The PG&E transmission problem has been resolved, and the main Stanford campus has been returned to the primary power supply. PG&E is currently investigating the cause of the disruption.

Thank you for your patience.

As a reminder, in the event of any campus emergency, information and updates will be posted to emergency.stanford.edu as they become available.

Power restored to main campus through secondary PG&E line

Power restored to campus through secondary PG&E line. More information at https://emergency.stanford.edu.

Power restored to main campus through secondary PG&E line

Power delivery to the main campus has been restored through a secondary PG&E line and is expected to keep the campus fully powered until the PG&E transmission problem is resolved. The cause of the power interruption on PG&E’s main line has not been determined.

Hospital operations were not affected by the outage.

As with any power outage, when returning to housing and work stations, please remember to ensure cooking and heating appliances are safely turned off, and check for any equipment that may not be functioning properly. Those in research spaces should similarly check for any heating or heat-producing equipment that may have been left in the on position and survey workspaces.

Additional information will be posted at https://emergency.stanford.edu as it becomes available.

Main campus power outage

AlertSU: Power restoration efforts underway following outage at main Stanford campus. Details at https://emergency.stanford.edu.

Main campus power outage

There is a power outage on the main Stanford campus due to a PG&E transmission problem. Work is underway to transfer power delivery to a secondary PG&E line, which we expect will occur soon. Additional information will be posted on this site as it becomes available.

Potential for Rotating Power Outages Continues

ALERTSU: PG&E has again announced the possibility of rotating power outages today between 4 and 9 p.m. Stanford’s main campus again is not affected, but a portion of Stanford Redwood City could be affected.

Conservation efforts prevented major outages on Tuesday. Once again today, a Flex Alert is in effect from 4 to 9 p.m., and everyone is encouraged to conserve energy during this period to help prevent rotating outages from occurring.

For continuing updates on the possibility of rotating outages during this week’s heat wave, consult the PG&E website. You can verify if your address is scheduled for a planned outage on this PG&E page: https://www.pge.com/en_US/residential/outages/planning-and-preparedness/safety-and-preparedness/find-your-rotating-outage-block/find-your-rotating-outage-block.page#find-your-block-for-rotating-outage.

Information and resources on navigating the current heat wave remain available at https://emergency.stanford.edu.

Potential for Rotating Outages Continues

PG&E has again announced the possibility of rotating power outages today between 4 and 9 p.m. Stanford’s main campus again is not affected, but a portion of Stanford Redwood City could be affected.

Conservation efforts prevented major outages on Tuesday. Once again today, a Flex Alert is in effect from 4 to 9 p.m., and everyone is encouraged to conserve energy during this period to help prevent rotating outages from occurring.

For continuing updates on the possibility of rotating outages during this week’s heat wave, consult the PG&E website. You can verify if your address is scheduled for a planned outage on this PG&E page.

Rotating Power Outages Possible in Region

ALERTSU: PG&E has announced the possibility of rotating power outages today (Tuesday, Sept. 6) between 4 and 9 p.m. Stanford’s main campus is not affected by any of these planned outages; however, it appears that Stanford Redwood City could be affected. Rotating outages are subject to change and can be expanded, canceled or postponed depending on conservation efforts.

Verify if your address is scheduled for a planned outage at the PG&E website.: https://www.pge.com/en_US/residential/outages/planning-and-preparedness/safety-and-preparedness/find-your-rotating-outage-block/find-your-rotating-outage-block.page

Rotating Outages Possible in Region

PG&E has announced the possibility of rotating power outages today (Tuesday, Sept. 6) between 4 and 9 p.m. Stanford’s main campus is not affected by any of these planned outages; however, it appears that Stanford Redwood City could be affected. Rotating outages are subject to change and can be expanded, canceled or postponed depending on conservation efforts.

Verify if your address is scheduled for a planned outage at the PG&E website.

Heat wave tips and respite areas available

The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for much of California, beginning Saturday morning and continuing through Tuesday evening.

While the regional heat wave will most severely impact inland areas of the state, the potential for widespread strain on the power grid has resulted in a State of Emergency declaration for the California power grid, including a warning of the possibility of rolling blackouts. While rolling blackouts are possible, this is unlikely to affect campus, barring a very large-scale grid event.

University staff are taking measures to prepare campus for this coming heat wave and will remain informed on potential impacts to campus. You are encouraged to take steps to prepare – whether you are on campus or elsewhere. Visit emergency.stanford.edu for preparedness tips and information on respite spaces.

Heat wave tips and respite areas available

The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for much of California, beginning Saturday morning and continuing through Tuesday evening.

While the regional heat wave will most severely impact inland areas of the state, the potential for widespread strain on the power grid has resulted in a State of Emergency declaration for the California power grid, including a warning of the possibility of rolling blackouts. While rolling blackouts are possible, this is unlikely to affect campus, barring a very large-scale grid event.

University staff are taking measures to prepare campus for this coming heat wave and will remain informed on potential impacts to campus. You are encouraged to take steps to prepare – whether you are on campus or elsewhere.

Prepare for power outages

• Keep your cellular phone and electronic devices charged, have a solar charger or backup battery handy.
• Have battery operated flashlights ready, do not use candles as they are not permitted in student residences due to their inherent fire hazard.
• Know evacuation routes from your residence, office or laboratory. Know how to locate the nearest exit.
• Unplug or turn off personal electric and heat-producing appliances and equipment that could be a fire hazard when power is restored.
• Place extra ice packs in your freezer to preserve food, a full freezer will stay cold longer.

For additional guidance on power outages at Stanford, visit https://cardinalready.stanford.edu/emergency/power-outage/
For general outage information and to register for outage alerts where you live and work, visit https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/outagecenter/

Conserve electricity – particularly during the hours of 4 to 9 p.m. when the power grid is stressed the most.

• Pre-cool your home, charge electric vehicles and run appliances early in the day
• Set thermostat to 78°F or higher if health permits
• Avoid using major appliances where possible
• Turn off unnecessary lights
• Use fans for cooling
• Unplug unused personal items

Learn more about California Flex Alerts and sign up for notifications at https://www.flexalert.org/

Stay safe in the heat

• Drink plenty of water and fluids with electrolytes. Avoid alcohol, caffeine and sugar, as they contribute to dehydration.
• Limit physical activity – avoid activity during the hottest time of the day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Wear cool clothing – lightweight, light, colored, and loose-fitting clothing can help keep you cool.
• Wear a hat and sunscreen when outdoors
• Rest often in shade areas – find shade to cool down when outdoors
• Check on frail, elderly or at risk family, friends, and neighbors
• During peak heat hours, stay in an air conditioned area, whenever possible
  • On campus – use common areas and respite spaces on campus if your living or work area is not equipped with air conditioning.
  • In Santa Clara County – find available cooling centers at https://emergencymanagement.sccgov.org/residents/hot-weather-safety
  • In San Mateo County – find cooling centers in Redwood City at https://www.redwoodcity.org/residents/public-safety/cooling-centers

In the event of a power outage or other emergency at Stanford, visit emergency.stanford.edu for updates.

Power fully restored

Repairs to power line continue

Repairs to the power line feeding Green Library East and the adjacent Coupa Cafe are continuing today. We expect to restore power to these areas by the end of the day and will provide an update when power is restored.

Main campus power restoration underway

University staff have identified and isolated the fault in the main campus power system to a line feeding Green Library East and the adjacent Coupa Cafe. Power has been restored to all buildings that were affected by today’s outage, with the exception of Green Library East and the adjacent Coupa Cafe. Repairs to the affected line are underway, and an update will be provided as soon as the remaining building is brought back online. 

Thank you for your patience while we worked through the outage today.

Teams working to identify power system fault

Teams are working to identify the location of an underground fault within the main campus power system. Once identified, they hope to bring some buildings back online, however no timeline for power restoration is available right now.

Please continue to check back regularly for updates.

University staff working to resolve partial power outage

University staff are working to resolve the partial power outage on the main campus, however they do not yet have an expected time of power restoration. The outage is within the campus power infrastructure and is not related to the recent PG&E outage that had previously affected the campus.

We have notified participants of classes, conferences and camps scheduled in the affected buildings of any location or schedule changes as needed. 

Green Library West (Bing Wing) is powered and remains open to patrons through the Bing Wing entrance. Green Library East, the East Asia Library (Lathrop Building) and Stanford Auxiliary Libraries (SAL) 1 and 2, are closed for the day.

We will continue to provide updates as soon as they become available.

Buildings affected by power outage

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Below is a list of buildings currently affected by the partial power outage on the main Stanford campus. Certain facilities may be operating on generator power.

Art Gallery
Hoover Memorial
Traitel Building
Green Library East Wing
Coupa Café Coffee Kiosk
Taube Tennis South
Burnham Pavilion
Lathrop Library
Littlefield Center
Knight Building
DWC Memorial
Arrillaga Alumni Center
Frost Amphitheater
Bing Concert Hall
327 Bonair Siding
333 Bonair Siding
340 Bonair Siding
341 Bonair Siding
Stanford Recycling Office
Grounds Locker Room
Grounds & Labor Breakroom
O&M
Fire & Police
Arrillaga Gym & Weight Room
Maples Pavilion
Arrillaga Sports Center
Avery Aquatic Center
Taube Tennis Stadium
Field Hockey Bleachers
Softball Field House
Arrillaga Beach Volleyball Court
Boyd & Jill Smith Family Stadium
Master’s Grove
Varsity Tennis Courts
Angell Field South
Angell Field North
Housing & Dining Services (Main Office)
Stanford Auxiliary Library
PSSI Office and Garage

Power outage affecting part of the main campus

A power outage is affecting a portion of the main Stanford campus this morning. Among the affected buildings are many in the athletics area; Green and Lathrop libraries; Hoover Institution; Arrillaga Alumni Center; Littlefield Center; and Bonair Siding facilities. No student residences are currently believed to be affected.

The cause of the outage is being investigated. There is no estimated time of restoration, but it is possible that it will take several hours. Employees and supervisors in affected facilities should be in touch regarding work plans for the day. Additional information will be provided on the emergency.stanford.edu website when it is available.