Outage Preparedness

The following are some suggested supplies to have on hand in case of an outage or other emergency:

  • Battery-powered emergency lighting (or flashlights, at a minimum);
  • Portable or battery-powered radio;
  • Wind-up or battery-powered clock;
  • Nonperishable foods and water (including a manual can opener);
  • First aid kit; and
  • Telephone that does not depend on electricity.

California Stage 3 Power Emergencies

Required Outages

Due to a shortage of electricity throughout the state, the Cal-ISO may require that SDG&E interrupt service to some of our customers. If this happens, we'll do our best to notify customers in advance however because of the emergency nature of the situation, there may not be time.

If there are Stage 3 required outages, they will be rotated through various areas of the county to minimize the time any single area is without power. It is expected that an area could be without power for between one to four hours.

SDG&E will work with the local media to provide you with information on power outages. As always it is best to be prepared with the supplies mentioned above.

Additional Information