Colorado braces for power outages and fire risks amid high winds
Golden, Colorado is preparing for an extended power outage due to a severe wind event expected to last over 12 hours, with gusts exceeding 90 mph, prompting Xcel Energy to initiate a Public Safety Power Shutoff starting Friday morning. Residents are advised to prepare for outages possibly lasting through the weekend into Monday, with safety inspections delaying power restoration. Local businesses report high demand for emergency supplies, and officials urge residents to limit travel and check on neighbors as they manage the situation.