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If you are experiencing a water, power, or sewer emergency or service problem call our 24-hour hotline at 3-1-1 or (415) 701-2311 from outside SF or log on at sf311.org. Learn more or review active service alerts.
The Southeast Community Center (SECC) is a hub for local community to gather, learn, play, and grow. The long-standing partnership between San Francisco’s Southeast communities and the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission is designed to promote the health, well-being, cultural, educational, and financial empowerment of southeast residents. Learn more about the SECC or visit us at 1550 Evans Ave., San Francisco.
Power outages can occur for a variety of reasons – whether unplanned or planned. We recognize the inconvenience that a loss of electricity can cause. We want to make sure you are prepared in the event of a service interruption and how you can stay safe.
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances are human-made chemicals that have become pervasive in the global environment and people's bodies due to their widespread use in consumer and industrial products. These chemicals are often referred to as PFAS. They are also called “forever chemicals” because they break down very slowly. Studies have associated high levels of PFAS exposure with adverse health effects. The SFPUC is a water, power, and wastewater utility. The SFPUC has not found PFAS in San Francisco’s drinking water. On the wastewater side, PFAS from homes, businesses, and office buildings is