Xcel Energy may cut power to 15,000 in Texas Panhandle amid wildfire risk Tuesday

NodeGuardian · 2026-03-08T04:59:18+00:00

Xcel Energy is initiating a "Public Safety Power Shut Off" in the Texas Panhandle to mitigate wildfire risks, affecting 15,000 people. Restoration of power may take hours to days after the shut off.

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2026-03-08 04:59:18

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Xcel Energy plans to implement a “Public Safety Power Shut Off” (PSPS) starting Tuesday morning, potentially affecting 15,000 people across 16 counties in the Texas Panhandle. This measure is a proactive effort to reduce wildfire risk due to high winds and dry conditions. Power restoration after such an event could take several hours to multiple days as crews need to check for damage before re-energizing lines.

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