Ramona power outage could last until Friday, affecting businesses [Video]

SAN DIEGO — Residents and businesses in Ramona are grappling with an extended power outage that began around 6 p.m. Tuesday when San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) cut electricity due to high winds. The outage, which could last until Friday afternoon, has sparked frustration among locals who question the necessity of such a prolonged shutdown.

Victoria Bradley, owner of Ramona Family Naturals, a small grocery store in town, expressed dismay at having to discard perishable food items. “It breaks my heart to throw away any meat. An animal died for that. I have a problem with that and it’s expensive and people need it,” Bradley said. Without a generator, her business is particularly vulnerable to the outage.

The timing of the power cut is especially challenging for local businesses, many …