Power outages began at 7:41 PM on March 26, 2026, affecting over 100,000 customers in North San Diego County and South Orange County. The outage impacted coastal communities including Carlsbad, Encinitas, La Costa, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, and Olivenhain, as well as inland areas such as San Pasqual, Rancho Penasquitos, Rancho Bernardo, and Escondido.
At the peak of the outage, approximately 45,000 coastal residents were without power, with around 14,000 customers affected in Escondido alone. Power was restored to most areas by around 8:50 PM, with full restoration completed by 8:56 PM.
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) has stated, “We understand how disruptive outages can be and are working to investigate the cause.” The utility company emphasized that the safety of customers, employees, and communities remains their top priority.
Residents were advised to monitor updates through SDG&E’s outage tracking system as the cause of the outage remains unknown. Details remain unconfirmed, and officials are working diligently to determine what led to this significant disruption.
The outage affected customers as far north as southern Orange County, highlighting the extensive reach of the incident. As investigations continue, SDG&E is expected to provide further updates on the situation and any preventive measures that may be implemented to avoid future outages.
Officials are urging residents to stay informed and prepared for any potential future disruptions as they work to ensure the reliability of service in the affected areas.
