Underground Vault Fire Causes Power Outages in San Francisco’s Western Addition
An underground vault fire occurred on Geary Boulevard in San Francisco's Western Addition neighborhood, leading to power outages for some customers.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, August 24, 2026 —
An underground vault fire on Geary Boulevard in San Francisco’s Western Addition neighborhood has resulted in power outages affecting some customers.
The incident, which occurred in an underground vault, prompted a response that led to disruptions in electrical service. The exact cause of the fire was not immediately available. Information regarding the specific number of customers affected by the power outages or the duration of the outages was not provided.
Details concerning the extent of the damage to the underground infrastructure or the timeline for restoring full power were also not immediately released. San Francisco fire officials and the local utility provider are reportedly assessing the situation to determine the full impact and necessary repairs.
Story summarized from the original created by Gloria Rodríguez on abc7news.com, see more information here.
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