San Diego Gas & Electric began public safety power shutoffs again on Tuesday as a precaution in some parts of San Diego County to help reduce wildfires.
The shutoffs are currently projected to end by Wednesday at 6 p.m.
“Due to a new round of Santa Ana winds and elevated fire weather conditions impacting our region this week, San Diego Gas & Electric has initiated Public Safety Power Shutoffs in certain communities to help reduce wildfire risk and protect public safety,” SDG&E said.
A list of affected communities is available here. A map of current power outages can be found at this link.
SDG&E has also opened Community Resource Centers to assist affected communities. They offer water, ice, snacks, and internet access as well as phone and medical device charging, and they will remain open for customers until weather conditions improve.
A list of active Community Resource Center locations and their hours of operation can be found here.
“Public Safety Power Shutoffs are approved by state regulators as an important safety tool of last resort to mitigate fire risk during dangerous weather conditions,” SDG&E said.
Officials said that they were monitoring the high winds and severe wildfire conditions around the clock and will continue the temporary power shutoffs for safety as conditions warrant.
Officials said to never approach damaged infrastructure or downed power lines. Anyone affected is asked to report them by calling 911 or SGD&E’s call center at (800) 411-7343.
City News Service contributed to this report.
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