Weather And Public Safety News

SDG&E Prepares for 35,000 Power Shutoffs Amid Prolonged San Diego Heat Wave

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is preparing for potential public safety power shutoffs affecting up to 35,006 customers in inland San Diego County from October 2 to October 5. The utility cites extreme heat, increased energy demand, and elevated wildfire risks as the primary drivers. The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning for the region, with temperatures expected to reach the 100s in inland valleys through next week. Local businesses and residents are bracing for outages, with some reporting significant financial losses from previous shutoffs.