Overview

• Public works crews and contractors are repairing the damaged transmission line near Goodyear Road and Morrow Lane, and officials have not given a firm timeline for full restoration.
• The emergency order requires an immediate 40% reduction in use, with guidance to keep showers under five minutes, run only full dishwasher and laundry loads, and stop nonessential outdoor watering, car washing, and pool filling.
• Benicia has shifted to its backup source at Lake Herman, which meets state and federal standards even though some residents may notice taste or odor differences.
• Traffic is being detoured via Parish Road near the repair site to facilitate work and protect public safety.
• City leaders say sensors flagged a possible leak last Friday, and officials emphasize this incident is unrelated to a 2023 pipeline failure near I-680 and Gold Hill Road; residents are urged to sign up for updates through AlertSolano.