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local-news1 month ago•2 min saved

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.

via CBS News|

#golden-colorado #local-news #power-outage

weather2 years ago•3 min saved

"Oklahoma Braces for Severe Storms and High Risk Tuesday Night"

Severe storms with a significant risk of damaging winds are expected to move into Oklahoma on Tuesday night. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Jonathan Conder provides a timeline for when these storms can be expected in different areas. While the tornado risk is low, there is a possibility of rotating segments. The storms are expected to pass through the Panhandle, Woodward, Enid, Ponca City, and Tulsa throughout the evening and into the early morning hours. Oklahoma City has a 20% chance of storms, but could still experience damaging winds. Residents are advised to stay updated through the KOCO 5 App and other news sources.

via KOCO Oklahoma City|

#oklahoma #risk #severe-storms

transportation2 years ago•2 min saved

Bay Area Braces for Severe Storm and Flight Disruptions.

Extreme wind and rain are causing flight delays and cancellations at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) as the latest atmospheric river hits the Bay Area, with winds reaching over 60 mph at the airport. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground stop, which was later changed to a ground delay, causing an average delay of more than four hours due to wind. The FAA has issued two ground stops for SFO since March 14. The storm system caused damage across the Bay Area, including power outages for tens of thousands.

via SFGATE|

#bay-area #faa #flight-delays