Transformer Explosion In San Diego Causes Widespread Power Outages: Reports

A transformer was seen exploding in downtown San Diego. Based on SDG&E’s power outage map, more over 5,300 customers in Golden Hill, Little Italy, Balboa Park, and downtown San Diego were unexpectedly without power on Saturday evening. It’s unclear if the two incidents are connected, but the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department responded to a complaint for an electrical problem at 701 Kettner Blvd. about the same time.

@fox5sandiego@nbcsandiego Transformer said goodnight. 😴 The power is out in downtown. 😅 pic.twitter.com/fK2BIufUu5

— TheRivianGirl (@TheRivianGirl) October 20, 2024

Teams from SDG&E are looking into what's going on at 701 Kettner Blvd.