Southern California Faces Power Outages Amid Windstorm

A significant Santa Ana windstorm is forecasted to impact Southern California, particularly San Diego, starting late Monday and lasting until Wednesday, with winds potentially gusting up to 70 mph. The National Weather Service has issued a 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' red flag warning, prompting utility companies to consider power shutoffs for over 350,000 customers across multiple counties, including San Diego, Ventura, and Los Angeles, to mitigate wildfire risks. San Diego Gas & Electric has alerted nearly 117,500 customers about possible outages, which could start by noon on Monday and last for multiple days. The current conditions are reminiscent of a previous warning that preceded the devastating Mountain Fire, which destroyed over 240 structures last month. With humidity levels low and strong winds expected, fire behavior could escalate rapidly, according to meteorologists. Residents are advised to prepare for outages and remain vigilant about fire safety as the situation develops.