The storm has left thousands without power and closed several roads across the county due to flooding and sinkholes -- and it's not done yet.
Thousands of customers were out of power Tuesday afternoon amid the inclement weather. At the height of the outage around 11 a.m., around 5,000 San Diego Gas & Electric company customers were without power. By 3 p.m., all but a few hundred had been restored.
If you see a downed power line or damaged electrical equipment, STAY from it. Call 911 to report the damage and SDG&E at 1-800-411-7343.Secure any loose outdoor items like umbrellas, patio furniture and garbage bins to prevent them from flying away and damaging power lines. Have a plan and kit with essential supplies. Keep a battery-operated radio and flashlights handy in case the power goes out. Check the batteries now to make sure the equipment works, and do not rely on candles for lighting during a power outage.for status updates and to view SDG&E’s outage map.
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