## Waymo Robotaxis Back on San Francisco Streets After Blackout Stalls
Waymo has successfully resumed its fully autonomous ride-hailing services in San Francisco, hours after a widespread power outage caused several of its robotaxis to stall and cease operations across the city.
The incident unfolded during a significant blackout, prompting Waymo vehicles to enter a “safe stop” mode. This left some autonomous cars temporarily blocking traffic lanes or requiring manual intervention from Waymo personnel to be moved.
A company spokesperson confirmed that services were temporarily paused to assess the situation and ensure a safe and orderly resumption. All affected vehicles have since been cleared or restarted, and Waymo’s fleet is once again operational, navigating San Francisco’s streets. The quick recovery highlights both the vulnerabilities and rapid response capabilities in managing autonomous vehicle operations during unexpected urban infrastructure disruptions.