Power Outages Affect Hundreds Amid Southern California Heat Wave
Power Outages Affect Hundreds Amid Southern California Heat Wave
US · Published Mar 19, 2026
A heat wave in Southern California has caused power outages affecting hundreds of homes and businesses.
A heat advisory is in effect for coastal Los Angeles, with inland areas under an extreme heat warning.
The power outage near LAX is not believed to be directly related to the heat, but the cause is still under investigation.
Extreme heat strains power grid in California
Southern California is currently grappling with a significant heat wave, resulting in temperatures soaring into the 80s and 90s °F (27-37 °C). This extreme heat has placed a considerable strain on the region's power grid, leading to widespread power outages affecting hundreds of homes and businesses. A major outage is impacting 447 customers near Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), with Southern California Edison estimating restoration by 11 p.m. The cause is under investigation, but is not believed to be directly related to the heat.
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