Pacifica Power Restored After Morning Outage Affects Thousands

Pacifica, CA – A significant power outage impacted 8,393 Pacifica residents and businesses on Monday, July 7, 2025, with reports indicating the disruption began around 7:09 a.m. Local residents, including journalist Stanley Roberts, quickly took to social media to report the incident, with Roberts tweeting, "Power Outage, Pacifica! 7:10 am." Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) crews were dispatched promptly, and power was largely restored by 8:30 a.m. for the majority of affected customers.

The outage, which also caused Skyline College to shift classes to a virtual format for the day, left an additional 326 customers, including the college, without power for a longer duration. While the immediate cause of this specific outage was not publicly detailed, PG&E officials stated that crews worked to restore power "as safely and quickly as possible."

Power outages in California, particularly those managed by PG&E, can stem from various factors including weather-related incidents like high winds affecting power lines, equipment failures, or Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) implemented to prevent wildfires. PG&E has faced scrutiny regarding its aging infrastructure and vegetation management, which are often cited as contributors to service disruptions. The utility has been working on initiatives like pole washing and undergrounding power lines to enhance reliability and mitigate fire risks.

PG&E's service area, which covers a vast and diverse landscape, is susceptible to environmental challenges that can impact grid stability. The company often prioritizes restoration for critical facilities such as hospitals and telecommunication centers, followed by areas with the largest number of affected customers. Customers are typically advised to prepare for potential outages by having emergency supplies and staying informed through official channels.