Hurricane Hilary is intensifying as it passes through the Pacific Ocean near the Baja California peninsula.
Meanwhile, Southern California is already preparing for the repercussions of this weather event.
This Friday, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a rare tropical storm watch for much of the southern Golden State.
This means that rains accompanied by winds of more than 50 miles per hour are expected, which can mean damage to homes, fallen trees and power poles, as well as impacts on roads, reported the NWS.
SCE officials reported that they are preparing to provide the best service to their 5 million customers during this strong tropical storm.
“Hurricane Hilary, possibly the first tropical storm to hit California in 84 years, is expected to travel north and impact large portions of SCE’s 50,000-square-mile service area this weekend, with the potential for flooding and winds. strong,” according to release.
Rain and strong winds, which could start as early as Saturday night, are an imminent threat to the SCE power lines.
“Although the computer models are estimating the overall strength and trajectory of the system very well, the trajectory keeps changing by 50 to 100 miles from model to model, and that can create big differences in where the main impacts that the storm will have are. storm,” said Paul Roller, senior manager of Weather Services.
Regarding preventive measures, SCE warns:
- Attempting to remove a branch or part of a tree that has been in contact with a power line.
- If you see a downed power line, move away and call 911.
- Downed power lines can energize puddles, wet grass, and the surrounding area. Never touch or step in water near a downed power line, as it can energize you.
