La Mesa went dark today after a transformer failed, triggering a citywide power outage, according to the La Mesa Police Department. The department said electricity was out across the city and that an estimated restoration time was not yet available, leaving residents and businesses without power in the early hours while agencies tracked the situation.
Police Confirm Transformer Failure Behind Blackout
According to the La Mesa Police Department, a transformer went out of service and power was out across the city. Police said an update will be posted once an estimated restoration time is available. The post did not include any information about the cause of the failure or any reported injuries.
A transformer went out of service and power is out across the city. An update will bed sent when there is an ETA for https://t.co/Dm0VWXgQuw
— La Mesa PD (@LaMesaPD) June 14, 2026
How To Track Restoration Times
Customers are being directed to check the SDG&E outage map for real-time restoration estimates and to report outages, since the utility maintains circuit-level status and estimated times of restoration for affected areas. The online outage center also walks customers through the different ways to report that their power is out.
Safety Tips While The Power Is Out
County preparedness guidance recommends calling SDG&E at 1-800-611-7343 to report an outage and following standard safety steps such as keeping refrigerator and freezer doors closed, unplugging sensitive electronics and steering clear of any downed power lines. For broader preparedness tips and information on cooling centers or other local resources, residents can visit AlertSanDiego.
What Utilities Typically Do After A Transformer Fails
When a transformer fails, utilities generally isolate the fault, swap out or replace damaged equipment and reroute power where they can. Restoration time depends on the extent of the damage and how easily crews can access the equipment. SDG&E notes that its estimated restoration times are updated as crews inspect and repair the system.
City Contacts And Next Steps For Residents
La Mesa city officials are monitoring the outage, and residents with non-emergency infrastructure concerns are advised to call the La Mesa Police Department's non-emergency line listed on the city's news page. According to the City of La Mesa, residents the directed to SDG&E for outage reporting and official updates on when power will be restored.
