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A power outage affected more than 5,000 customers in parts of San Francisco on Monday, October 12, 2026, disrupting electricity service in sections of the Mission District and the area around Corona Heights Park.

The outages were reported around midday, according to local news coverage citing Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) outage information. The affected areas included parts of the southern Mission District and neighborhoods near Buena Vista Park. At the time of the initial report, the cause of the disruption and the expected restoration time had not been established. <Cite refs={[“turn233997news25”]}/>

Residents searching for information about the San Francisco power outage today are being encouraged to check the utility’s outage map for updates specific to their addresses.

What Happened During the San Francisco Power Outage?

The electricity disruption affected two areas of the city on Monday. PG&E’s outage map showed a significant concentration of affected customers in the southern Mission District, alongside another outage area near Corona Heights Park.

The largest reported affected zone extended between Guerrero and Carolina streets and between Mission and 26th streets. Some locations along 16th Street were also affected.

More than 5,000 customers were reported to have lost power across the affected areas. The initial reporting did not establish whether the outages shared a single cause or resulted from separate equipment or service issues. <Cite refs={[“turn233997news25”]}/>

Which San Francisco Neighborhoods Were Affected?

The reported outage areas included parts of the Mission District and the vicinity of Corona Heights Park, just south of Buena Vista Park.

Because electricity disruptions can affect only portions of a neighborhood, not every home or business in those areas should be assumed to have lost service. Customers should check their exact address on PG&E’s official outage map to determine whether their property appears within an active outage area.

The outage map can also provide updates as the utility receives information from field crews.

When Will Power Be Restored?

An estimated restoration time had not been established in the initial report. Residents should therefore avoid relying on unverified restoration times circulating on social media or community forums.

PG&E’s official outage center provides current information about reported outages and restoration estimates when available. The utility says its map is updated frequently, although updates may take longer during widespread disruptions.

Residents can check the official PG&E Outage Center for the latest information and to report a loss of electricity.

What Caused the Power Outage?

The cause of the October 12 outage had not been confirmed in the initial local news report. It would be premature to attribute the disruption to equipment failure, damaged electrical infrastructure or another specific problem without a verified statement from the utility.

Further information from PG&E may clarify whether the Mission District and Corona Heights outages were connected and what work is needed to restore service.

San Francisco Power Outage: Key Details

Safety Advice for Residents

Residents experiencing a power outage should keep refrigerators and freezers closed as much as possible to preserve food temperatures. Anyone using battery-powered lights should avoid open flames where possible, and people who depend on electrically powered medical equipment should follow their emergency plans.

If traffic signals are not working, drivers should approach intersections cautiously and follow applicable traffic rules. Anyone who encounters a fallen power line should stay well away from it and contact emergency services or the utility.

How to Check the Latest PG&E Outage Updates

Customers can use the official PG&E outage map to search by address, city or county. The map identifies reported outages and displays restoration information when the utility has an estimate available.

Residents can also contact PG&E’s outage line at 1-800-743-5002 to report an outage or seek assistance.

Latest Update on the San Francisco Power Outage

As of the initial reporting on October 12, more than 5,000 customers had been affected by outages in two parts of San Francisco. The cause and expected restoration time remained unknown in that report.

This article may be updated as PG&E provides further information about affected customers, repair work and service restoration.

Disclaimer

This report summarizes available information about the San Francisco power outages reported on October 12, 2026. Customer totals, affected areas and restoration estimates may change as the utility updates its records. Readers should consult PG&E’s official outage information for address-specific status and the most current restoration details.