Power outage affecting thousands of SDG&E customers in south Orange County

NBC Los Angeles reports that a power outage affecting 22,525 SDG&E customers in southern Orange County communities (Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano) began Wednesday around 8:50 p.m., with approximately 3,200 customers restored by 10:45 p.m. and full restoration expected by 1 a.m. Thursday. The reporting is sourced directly from SDG&E's official Outage Map and utility statements, with bylined journalist Danielle Smith providing factual, timely information without speculation. The Orange County Register corroborates the 22,500-customer figure and provides independent utility attribution, though reporting times for restoration vary slightly across outlets, suggesting real-time updates during an evolving situation. The article appropriately acknowledges the cause remains under investigation, avoiding premature conclusions, though readers should note the cause determination and any follow-up safety advisories remain pending.