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Up-To-Date Public Safety Power Shutoff Information

SDG&E is actively monitoring the potential for high fire risk weather conditions. These conditions may require SDG&E to turn off power for public safety.

Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS)

California’s climate conditions have extended our fire season to a year-round battle against the possibility of stronger and faster fires then we’ve seen in our history. We are proud to partner with San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) to build awareness and support our community during possible Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS).

What is a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS)?

If high fire risk weather conditions threaten our electrical system, SDG&E may need to temporarily turn off electricity, to prevent unnecessary wildfire triggers. This is called a Public Safety Power Shutoff, or PSPS. Every situation is unique and SDG&E will monitor local environmental conditions as well as weather conditions including:

High Winds

and Strong Wind Gusts

Low Humidity Levels

Dry Vegetation

that could serve as fuel for a wildfire

Fire Threat

to Electric Infrastructure

Real-Time Observations
by a state-of-the-art weather sensor network

Red Flag Warning
declared by the National Weather Service

This is a carefully considered decision with many critical factors taken into account and always as a last resort.

Public Safety Power Shutoff Policies and Procedures

Wildfire Safety Advancements

Wildfire Emergency Preparedness

Take steps to prepare for a wildfire now.

Emergency Kit Essentials

Prepare an emergency kit ahead of time.

Power Outage Safety Tips

Know what to do before a power outage occurs.

Power Outage Emergency Kit

In a power outage, have an emergency kit ready.

Community Resource Centers

A Public Safety Power Shutoff can last until fire risk conditions are no longer a threat. SDG&E may open Community Resource Centers in affected areas.
These facilities serve as locations where impacted residents can go to get preparedness materials, ice, water, snacks, car power inverters, small solar-powered batteries and radios, and get up-to-date information on outages.

How You Can Prepare

While PSPS events are more likely to occur in high fire-risk areas, everyone should be prepared with a plan in the event of a fire or other emergency. Find more information and resources in SDG&E’s Wildfire Safety Newsletter.

PSPS/Wildfire Safety Flyer

Have a personal safety plan in place for every member of your household (including pets).
Plan for any medical needs like medications that need to be refrigerated or devices that require power.
Build or restock your emergency supply kit, including food, water, flashlights, a radio, fresh batteries, first aid supplies and cash.
Identify backup charging methods for phones.
Learn how to manually open your garage door
If you own a backup generator, ensure it is ready to safely operate.

You can sign up for PSPS voice, text, and email notifications through SDG&E. They will attempt to notify you up to 48 hours before power is shut off and as more information is available.

Alerts by SDG&E

SDG&E’s PSPS mobile app helps you get information and updates on potential and active PSPS events.

You can track outage statuses, find Community Resource Centers near you, and get real-time estimated restoration times. View the Alerts by SDG&E flyer here.