Outage Information

What is a Flex Alert?

The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) has issued a statewide Flex Alert, which is a call for voluntary electricity conservation between the times of 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. due to low power reserves and high strain on California’s electric grid.

During a Flex Alert, a Warning may be issued from the CAISO, which indicates high strain on the grid and advises all Californians to reduce energy use immediately to prevent rotating outages. If a Stage 2 Emergency is issued by the CAISO, that means excessive heat is driving up electricity use and continuing to put strain on the grid. If conditions do not improve, the CAISO will declare a Stage 3 Emergency, which will lead to a rotating outage that typically lasts one hour.

How this Impacts You

We ask our customers to do their part by conserving energy throughout the day, especially before and during the Flex Alert from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., to help prevent rotating outages. If rotating outages are needed, our customers can see if their household or business will be impacted by visiting www.sce.com/outage-center/check-outage-status.

Doing Our Part

Clean Power Alliance is activating our demand response programs, CPA Power Response for Residential and Commercial customers and Peak Management Pricing (PMP) for small to large businesses, which encourages customers to voluntarily take action to power down appliances, electronics, air conditioning, or other equipment during peak heat days (4 p.m. to 9 p.m.) and get summer bill credits in return. Click on the links above to learn more and enroll.

Resources

Flex Alerts: Sign up to receive Flex Alerts at flexalert.org
Follow Clean Power Alliance on Social: Stay informed by following us on Twitter and Facebook
Cooling Centers: Customers can stay cool and safe during the Flex Alert at any one of the Cooling Centers open this week. For a full list of centers near you, visit: Los Angeles County – https://lacounty.gov/heat/ or Ventura County – https://211ventura.org/disaster-resources/
Energy-saving Tips: Turn off all unnecessary lights; use major appliances before 3 p.m.; set your air conditioning to 78° or higher. For more tips, visit: flexalert.org

SCE Public Safety Power Shutoffs

Extreme fire danger conditions over the past year have led the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to adopt a procedure that directs investor owned utilities like SCE to turn off the power in the interest of public safety. These “events” are known as Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS).

Ventura Counties have Tier 2 and Tier 3 high hazard fire zones and some parts of Clean Power Alliance’s territory may be more prone to getting notified of PSPS events. Clean Power Alliance supports our customers’ safety and has listed below resources and information for you to be prepared for PSPS events.

Information about PSPS

PSPS events may last for several days. Prepare yourself, your home, your business and your family. SCE will send alerts of planned shut offs in advance by text, email, calls, and social media. Be sure your contact information is up to date here.

You can also call SCE to get more information about outages at 800-611-1911.

SCE’s Detailed PSPS Website

Statewide Prepare for Power Down Website

Emergency Supply Kit Checklist (pdf)

Anthony Boukarim

Anthony Boukarim serves as Resource Planner, Power Supply, supporting long-term resource planning, portfolio optimization, and procurement strategy to advance CPA’s clean energy, reliability, and affordability objectives. He brings more than a decade of experience in the energy sector, spanning management consulting and advanced energy analytics, with deep expertise supporting utilities and community choice aggregators. Prior to joining CPA, Anthony spent six years at Ascend Analytics, where he led firm-wide renewable energy and storage procurement initiatives. He holds a Master of Science in Energy Resources Engineering from Stanford University and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from the American University of Beirut.

Kim Dunham

Kim joins Clean Power Alliance as the Senior Analyst, Rates and Tariffs. Kim is responsible for developing and maintaining CPA’s cost of service and rate models to evaluate the financial, competitiveness, and customer impacts of rate design and rate setting options. Kim held financial, strategy, and planning roles across utilities, consulting, and the energy sector, including roles with Black Hills Energy, Marathon Oil, and Noble Energy. This cross-sector background gives her a broad view of how financial modeling, regulatory strategy, and capital planning intersect to support growth, reliability, and environmental responsibility. She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Wyoming.

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Mark Hum serves as Senior Associate, Communications and Marketing at Clean Power Alliance. He is a marketing and communications strategist with a background in medtech and life sciences, where he supported initiatives spanning multiple industries across both B2B and consumer-facing brands. His work is grounded in a copywriter’s mindset, starting with audience needs and translating complex ideas into clear, compelling stories that build trust and understanding. Mark has led integrated communications across digital, social, email, web, and stakeholder channels, with an emphasis on accessibility, consistency, and measurable impact. He brings a strong appreciation for structure and narrative, ensuring that every message serves a purpose and connects with people in a meaningful way. Mark holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from California State University, Long Beach (CSULB).

Pom Saengxuto

Prapassara “Pom” Saengxuto serves as Finance and Accounting Analyst at CPA. She is a Certified Public Accountant with over 20 years of experience in accounting and finance. Throughout her career, she has worked across a wide range of industries, including public accounting, private corporations, entertainment, manufacturing, consulting and construction. This diverse background allows her to bring a well-rounded and practical perspective to every engagement. Pom is known for her strong dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy. She works effectively both independently and as part of a team, consistently supporting organizations in making informed, strategic financial decisions. Her approach combines technical expertise with a deep sense of responsibility and professionalism.