High winds have caused power outages affecting over 27,000 customers in the Las Vegas valley, with no immediate time of restoration available. Wind gusts could reach 65 miles per hour or more, prompting a high wind warning lasting through Sunday morning. Additionally, a winter storm warning has been issued for mountainous areas with the potential for four to eight inches of snow. Delays at Harry Reid International Airport are currently averaging 15 minutes.
NV Energy reports widespread power outages in western Nevada, with over 9,500 customers affected, most notably in Washoe County. The outages are scattered across various areas, with some customers being without power since before midnight. NV Energy has not provided a cause or estimated time for power restoration in most cases, but they are working to restore power to affected areas.
NV Energy reports numerous power outages across Northern Nevada and the Sierra, with over 10,500 customers affected in Washoe County. Smaller outages are also reported in Carson City and Douglas County. The causes of the outages are under investigation, but heavy snow and high winds from a large winter storm moving through the area are likely contributing factors.
NV Energy reports numerous outages across Northern Nevada, with over 10,500 customers without power in Washoe County due to heavy snow and high winds from a large winter storm. Smaller outages are also reported in Carson City and Douglas County, with the causes under investigation.
Multiple power outages in northwest Reno and around the University of Nevada campus have left over 6,300 customers without power. Among those affected are people trapped in an elevator, who have since been freed without any medical issues. Reno Fire Department stayed on the scene until the passengers were rescued. NV Energy estimates that power will be restored to most customers by 8:30 p.m.
Approximately 5,800 customers in northwest Reno, primarily in zip code 89523, are experiencing a power outage since 5:50 p.m., with restoration expected by 8:30 p.m. NV Energy is currently investigating the cause of the outage.
NV Energy has restored power in North Las Vegas after a single vehicle crash with a power pole caused an outage, leaving 2,095 customers without power. The repair work caused road closures on Carey Avenue at Civic Center Drive.
The Public Utilities Commission of Nevada has approved NV Energy's plan to reduce rates for customers starting July 1. The reduction, which will vary between 5% and 16% depending on location and type of electric service, aims to alleviate the impact of higher purchased power and natural gas prices. While customers will see a reduction on their July bills, overall electricity bills may still be higher than last summer due to increased fuel costs. NV Energy estimates that the average single-family residential customer in northern Nevada will save around $20 per month over July, August, and September.
NV Energy customers in Southern Nevada will see an average savings of $50 per month on their power bills during the summer months of July, August, and September. The rate adjustment, approved by the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada, will result in savings of 5% to 16% depending on various factors. However, despite the savings, electric bills are still expected to be higher than last summer due to increased natural gas costs. NV Energy plans to make energy more affordable and expects the cost increase to decrease in the future as natural gas prices stabilize. In Northern Nevada, the average residential customer will save about $20 per month.
