Strong Winds Cause Power Outages Across SoCal, Over 70,000 Residents Impacted
Over 70,000 Southern California residents have been impacted by a series of power outages due to the high-powered winds ripping through the region.
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1,300 Homes In Lake Arrowhead, Crestline Left In Cold Without Power
The snow downed trees, which took out power lines, while the heavy rain washed out a major road. And to make matters even worse – residents trapped in their cold and dark homes also don't have cell phone service or internet access.
Tens Of Thousands Of Residents Still Without Power Across Southland
More than 75,000 Southern California Edison customers lost power during Thanksgiving Day, many of whom are still without power several hours after the outage. Some have had their power shut off for nearly 24 hours.
No Power? No Problem: Residents Make Do After Thanksgiving Power Outages
A power outage won't keep the Aguayo sisters from putting out a big Thanksgiving spread for their families.
Mylar Balloon Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Costa Mesa, Newport Beach
Two outages were reported in the Costa Mesa and Newport Beach areas just before 1:30 a.m., according to Gabriela Ornelas of SoCal Edison.
Outage Briefly Leaves LAX In The Dark
At one point, all terminals were impacted and running on emergency power.
Street Closures From Electrical Pole Fire In Redondo Beach Lifted
Police Saturday announced that all roads closed as a result of an electrical pole fire in Redondo Beach have been reopened.
La Canada Flintridge Files Complaint Against SoCal Edison Over Power Outages
The La Canada Flintridge City Council Monday approved the filing of a formal complaint against Southern California Edison with the California Public Utilities Commission over what the city says is an unusually high number of unplanned power outages this summer.
Outage Leaves Over 18K SoCal Edison Customers Without Power In Cypress, Buena Park
It was unclear what may have sparked the outage.
Mylar Balloons Linked To 50 Coachella Valley Power Outages In Recent Months, Officials Urge Residents To Not Release Balloons
Imperial Irrigation District urged customers Thursday to refrain from releasing mylar balloons into the sky after a string of balloon-related power outages.
Crash Leads To Power Outage In North End Of Beverly Hills
A crash on Sunset Boulevard between Rexford and Crescent drives has apparently caused a power outage in the north end of Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills police report.
Thousands Of SoCal Edison Customers In Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley Without Power
As of 10 a.m., the largest outages were in Ventura County. More than 7,000 in Thousand Oaks and 2,000 in Simi Valley had their power shut off as a precaution.
Fontana Residents 'Fed Up' With Possible Thanksgiving Day Planned Power Outages
Nearly 84,000 homes and businesses in Southern California could have their power shut off on Thanksgiving Day to try to prevent wildfires during a Red Flag Warning.
Gusty Winds Taking Down Trees, Causing Power Outages Along Pacific Coast Highway In Malibu
At least two trees were reported down in Malibu before noon, including one blocking Cuthbert Road near Harvester Road and another in the 6700 block of Dume Drive, according to Malibu emergency services officials.
1,500 SoCal Edison Customers Without Power In La Cañada Flintridge
The outage was first reported just after 9:20 a.m. for more than 1,500 Southern California Edison customers in La Cañada Flintridge.
Mylar Balloon Knocks Out Power To Nearly 2,500 LADWP Customers
Power was expected to be restored at approximately 6:30 p.m.
Ongoing Heat Wave Leaves Thousands Of LADWP Customers Without Power
The outages occurred after the scorching triple-digit temperatures overloaded equipment.
Rolling Power Outages Impact Southern California Throughout The Weekend
For the first time since 2001, California ordered rolling power outages on Friday night due to high temperatures increasing electricity demand across the state, but officials warned there could be additional blackouts throughout this weekend.
Approximately 3,300 Lose Power In Alhambra After Transformers Explode
It was not immediately known how long it would be until power was restored.
Car Crashes Into Hydrant, Causes Power Outages Near Universal City
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power reported outage alerts for Universal City, Studio City and Hollywood Hills.
Transformer Fire Causes Power Outage For 15K, Including Holiday Shoppers At Brea Mall
Things got tense inside the Brea Mall for holiday shoppers who were stopped in their tracks when the shopping center went dark.
SoCal Edison Slowly Restoring Power In Inland Empire Following Snowstorm
Work crews spent Monday night coming up and down State Route 138 trying their best to restore power to nearly 3,000 homes in Crestline and Lake Arrowhead that were still in the dark — five days after the power went out.
Routes To Big Bear Reopened, More Than 4,000 Without Power In Lake Arrowhead Area
Routes to Big Bear that were closed due to heavy snowfall reopened Sunday, and in nearby Lake Arrowhead firewood is being distributed to help those without power stay warm.
SoCal Edison Warns Of Potential Power Outages As Winds Expected To Return
Thousands of people across Southern California should be prepared for the possibility of more planned power outages over the next several days as another wind event was forecast to hit the area.
Power Outage Hits 4,900 SoCal Edison Customers In Oxnard
SoCal Edison says they are aware of the outage and have crews on the scene, working to make repairs as quickly and as safely as possible.
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LA City Council votes to buy back Chinatown apartment building
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Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
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Pursuit ends in crash, authorities detain three
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Olympic gold medal stolen from athlete's vehicle
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Marina Del Rey man with autism, found and reunited with family
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Personal watercraft prohibited at Castaic Upper Lake over Memorial Day Weekend due to low water levels
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Jury starts deliberations in lawsuit between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
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LA City Council votes to buy back Chinatown apartment building
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Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
Pursuit ends in crash, authorities detain three
The suspects led deputies on a brief chase before crashing on Tamarind Avenue and Greenleaf Boulevard in Compton.
Unvaccinated students not allowed to walk at Granada Hills high school graduation
Unvaccinated students at Granada Hills Charter High School will have to watch their classmates walk across the stage from afar after the school prohibited them from attending the graduation ceremony.
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Goldstein Investigates: Leaders demand answers after employees caught trashing food meant for homeless
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Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu resigns amid FBI probe
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Only On: Granada Hills residents outraged as rubbish pile continues to grow on vacant lot
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LA City Council votes to buy back Chinatown apartment building
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Pursuit ends in crash, authorities detain three
The suspects led deputies on a brief chase before crashing on Tamarind Avenue and Greenleaf Boulevard in Compton.
Unvaccinated students not allowed to walk at Granada Hills high school graduation
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Olympic gold medal stolen from athlete's vehicle
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CDC moves Ventura, Orange, San Diego Counties to 'medium' tier
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Local schools join nationwide walkout in support of gun control
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2 adults, juvenile arrested in connection with Perris home invasion
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Woman robbed outside Redlands Target
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24-year-old man arrested for suspected carjacking in Redlands
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NRA says it is "committed to making schools secure" and Texas convention will still go on
President Trump said Wednesday he still plans on attending the convention.
O'Rourke to Abbott at Uvalde presser: "You are doing nothing"
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Anaheim City Council votes unanimously to void Angel Stadium sale
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Biden to sign policing executive order 2 years after George Floyd died
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Governor Newsom warns of statewide water restrictions as drought concerns continue to worsen
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California bans watering of "non-functional" ornamental grass at commercial, industrial buildings
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Parents warned to beware of online scammers in search for baby formula
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2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs recalled due to engine fire risk
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Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
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