Update: County urges go kits as Santa Ana winds raise fire risk

Oct. 3, 2026 — This updates our Oct. 1 report on the San Diego heat warning. With extreme heat and Santa Ana winds elevating fire risk and possible SDG&E power shutoffs, the County urged residents to keep emergency go kits with at least 72 hours of supplies for family and pets.

The wall: Which areas face shutoffs was not stated.

Tier: Confirmed (based on the County's announcement)

Corrections

• Corrected Oct. 3, 2026: the notes on what this story is based on and what remains unknown were revised for clarity. The facts are unchanged.

Sources

• County News Center

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