January Windstorm Update

January 08, 2025 | By City of RC
windstorm resource center

In response to the active power outages, Central Park (11200 Base Line Road) has been designated as a Windstorm Resource Center, for those affected. 

To enter the facility please use the Community Center entrance, near Base Line Road. Hours of operation will be from Wednesday, January 8, 4:30 p.m. - Thursday, January 9, 12:00 p.m. 

  • Charge your devices 

  • Wi-Fi Available 

  • Small animals are welcome, but must be in a crate or carrier (a limited number of carriers are available). Temporary pet boarding is also available at the Animal Center, for information call 1-909-466-7387

     

Please note, food and refreshments will not be provided, however you are welcome to bring your own. Food must be consumed upon arrival as we are unable to store it. 

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Rancho Cucamonga Power Outages map graphic

Power Outages Update - Wednesday, January 8, 2025 as of 12:30 p.m.

Both Southern California Edison power repair outages and Public Safety Power Shutoff outages are affecting Rancho Cucamonga. The time it takes to restore power after an outage may vary, depending on the extent of damage. But be assured that SCE crews are on the job, and when power is restored their Outage Map will reflect it. 

Current Outage Area: East of Opal Street, East of Vineyard Ave, all of Heritage Community Park and Beryl Park, Hellman Ave. north of Banyan St., Buckthorn Ave., Camelia Ct., Derby Farms Dr., and Thatcher Pl., Strang Ln. and Carnelian St., Bella Vista Dr. south of Almond St. Please note that this list may not reflect all outages. 

Register at sce.com/outagealerts to receive text outage alerts. You may also choose to be notified by email or automated phone call. Stay informed by visiting SCE’s online Outage Center at sce.com/outage. Public Safety Power Shutoff information is available at www.SCE.com/PSPS.  At this time, 2,846 properties affected.

This information is continuously being updated by SCE and constantly changing.  

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Wind storm update 845am

Wednesday, January 8, 2025, 8:45 a.m.

Severe Wind Event Update 

Throughout the night, Public Works crews addressed urgent tree-related issues. At sunrise, Fire District and Public Works personnel began assessing damage across the city. 

The storm caused significant damage, including downed trees, damaged fencing, and damage to the Armed Forces Banners. While some power has been restored, certain areas remain under an SCE Public Safety Power Shutoff. Staff are diligently assessing damage and prioritizing life-safety concerns.

Chaffey College, Alta Loma School District, Etiwanda School District, Central School District, Alta Loma High School, Etiwanda High School, Los Osos High School, and Rancho Cucamonga High School are closed today. Cucamonga School District remains open, this could change. Schools will send messages out to families. 

To report non-emergency wind-related damage, use RC2GO at www.cityofrc.us/RC2GO. For downed power lines, call 9-1-1. Please refrain from reporting non-urgent issues until winds have subsided. 

Due to the significant volume of calls, responses may not be immediate. Our top priority is the health and safety of our residents. Public Works crews are focusing their clean-up efforts based on safety concerns, focusing on emergency damage and clearing trees from roadways. 

For updates, follow RCFD on Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), and Nextdoor.

 

Facility Alert - City Hall is open today, January 8, 2025. However, front counter building inspectors will not be conducting regular business as they are focusing on windstorm related issues. 

Please note: 

  • The courtyard at the City Hall entrance is closed. Visitors should use the Council Chamber doors for entry (to the right of the courtyard).

  • The Police Station entrance is open. 

  • The Archibald Library is closed, the Paul A. Biane Library is open. 

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Major windstorm update

 

Tuesday, January 7, 2025, 11:30 p.m.  

 

Due to the current windstorm, the City of Rancho Cucamonga has activated its Emergency Operations Center, where the Rancho Cucamonga Fire District, City Public Works and the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department staff are continuously monitoring the weather conditions. 

 

The Rancho Cucamonga Fire District has added personnel to be prepositioned throughout the city to respond to any incidents that may occur.  

 

Rancho Cucamonga Fire District in coordination with the San Bernardino County Operational Area has sent two strike teams consisting of one Type 3 and Type 6 to support the #EatonFire in Altadena.  

We encourage everyone to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary driving. Significant tree debris has been reported on roadways, along with power outages. Public Works crews will be working throughout the night to address wind-related issues. 

 

To report non-emergency wind-related damage, use RC2GO at www.cityofrc.us/RC2GO. To report downed power lines, call 9-1-1. Please avoid calling to report wind-related issues that can wait until the winds subside, please use RC2GO. 

 

Clean-up is being prioritized based on safety. The overnight priority for the City Public Works is to address emergency damage and trees in the roadway. 

 

For updates related to the City of Rancho Cucamonga, follow RCFD on our social media platforms—Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), and Nextdoor.