High winds continue Thursday morning on Front Range, with power still out to thousands
Colorado Public Radio • • general
Key Points:
- Strong winds along Colorado's Front Range and Eastern Plains caused power outages for over 90,000 Xcel Energy customers due to precautionary shutoffs and wind damage.
- Overnight fires in Yuma County prompted evacuations, but no injuries or structural damages were reported.
- The National Weather Service issued a high wind warning with gusts up to 80 mph expected until at least 11 a.m., causing flight delays at Denver International Airport and widespread school closures.
- Xcel Energy's power shutdowns are part of an updated Wildfire Mitigation Plan aimed at preventing fires sparked by utility equipment, following criticism of a previous shutdown in April 2024.
- Officials cautioned that strong winds and potential power outages could return Thursday
