CalMatters reporter Judy Lin explains why PG&E is shutting off power to large swaths of the state in hopes of preventing wildfires, and the effect additional wildfire damage claims would have.

“If there’s a new fire, say it’s just as devastating, you’re talking about billions of dollars more in liability.” — Judy Lin, CalMatters reporter

Noah Arroyo is the San Francisco Public Press’ editor. He has previously worked at the San Francisco Chronicle and Mission Local, specializing in enterprise journalism.