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local-government-and-utilities6 days ago

Panhandle Businessman Aims to Acquire Local Electric Utility

A Texas Panhandle businessman, Salem Abraham, is leading efforts by local towns to pressure Xcel Energy to upgrade its aging infrastructure after wildfires caused by utility poles, with plans to potentially take over the utility if safety concerns persist. The coalition of towns is also exploring legal avenues for a utility takeover, citing safety failures and community distrust, while Xcel claims to have implemented significant safety measures and infrastructure improvements.

via The Texas Tribune|
#infrastructure-repair#local-government-and-utilities#texas-panhandle
local-news26 days ago

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
local-news28 days ago

Xcel to Preemptively Cut Power for 150K Customers Amid High Wind and Fire Risks

Xcel Energy is shutting off power for 50,000 customers along Colorado's Front Range due to high winds and dry conditions to prevent wildfires, with power expected to be restored by 6 p.m. and additional outages possible on Friday. The shutdown affects Boulder, Clear Creek, Jefferson, Larimer, and Weld counties, while Denver remains unaffected, and community comfort centers are being set up for residents in need.

via Colorado Public Radio|
#front-range#high-winds#local-news
law-and-justice3 months ago

Xcel Energy to pay $640M in settlement over Marshall Fire

Xcel Energy agreed to a $640 million settlement to resolve a lawsuit over its alleged role in causing the 2021 Marshall fire in Colorado, avoiding a lengthy trial with over 4,000 plaintiffs. The settlement includes contributions from telecommunications companies and does not admit fault, as Xcel maintains its equipment was not responsible for the fire.

via The Denver Post|
#colorado-wildfire#law-and-justice#lawsuit
energy-and-environment1 year ago

"Boulder County Businesses Demand Improved Communication from Xcel After Costly Power Outages"

Xcel Energy's pre-planned power outage left over 55,000 customers without electricity in Boulder County, with inadequate notice to emergency response officials, causing significant impacts and hardships. The utility's decision to cut power ahead of high winds as a preventive measure, following the Marshall fire, has sparked criticism and legal action. Xcel Energy defended its handling of the shut-off, citing the need to mitigate wildfire risks, but faces calls for better communication and preparation for future outages.

via The Colorado Sun|
#boulder-county#emergency-response#energy-and-environment
energy-environment1 year ago

"Xcel Energy's Power Cuts Spark Frustration and Financial Loss in Colorado"

Xcel Energy-Colorado took the unprecedented step of cutting power to some parts of the Front Range to minimize the risk of wildfires as strong winds walloped the region, leading to blowback from affected customers and officials. The move, aimed at preventing a repeat of the devastating Marshall fire, resulted in complaints about lack of notice and communication, as well as concerns about unintended consequences such as sewage overflow. Xcel Energy faces lawsuits over previous fires, and while the company insists the power shutdown was solely for public safety, critics accuse it of trying to avoid more legal action.

via The Denver Post|
#colorado#energy-environment#power-outage
education1 year ago

"Power Outages Force School Closures Across Colorado Amid April Windstorm"

Several schools across Colorado are closed on Monday due to power outages caused by dangerously high winds over the weekend, with Xcel Energy preemptively shutting off power to 55,000 customers. While thousands have had their power restored, tens of thousands are still waiting for theirs to be turned back on. The restoration process is impacting schools in districts such as Denver Public Schools, Boulder Valley School District, Jefferson County Public Schools, and Littleton Public Schools, with classes expected to resume on Tuesday. Residents are advised to check their district's website or contact their school for updates on outages and closures.

via FOX 31 Denver|
#colorado#education#power-outages