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Xcel power shutdown leaves many Coloradans frustrated and scrambling

Xcel Energy shut down power on Saturday to tens of thousands of homes in areas prone to wildfires due to high winds.

Author: Rhea Jha

Published: 12:39 AM MDT April 7, 2024

Updated: 12:39 AM MDT April 7, 2024

LITTLETON, Colo. — Many Coloradans found themselves frustrated and rushing to search for alternatives after Xcel Energy shut down power on Saturday to tens of thousands of homes in areas prone to wildfires due to high winds.

This marks the first preemptive power shutdown ever conducted by Xcel in Colorado. Power lines were deactivated in six counties including Boulder, Gilpin, Jefferson, Larimer, Douglas, and Broomfield starting Saturday afternoon around 3 p.m., affecting over 55,000 customers. The shutdown is expected to last into Sunday.

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