Power Outage in Mescalero, NM

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Otero County Electric Cooperative Inc
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(800) 548-4660
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Xcel Energy
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(800) 895-1999 Report Online
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PNM
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(888) 342-5766 Report Online
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El Paso Electric
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(915) 877-3400 Report Online
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Black Hills Energy
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News

PNM Outage Update, April 13 — Ruidoso-NM.gov | Municipal Website of the Village of Ruidoso, NM

RUIDOSO OUTAGE UPDATE: Yesterday, there were approximately 18,000 customers without power. As of right now, there are about 9,500 customers still to be restored. Additional crews were called in and have been working to get power safely restored for customers in Ruidoso. The majority of the damage our crews are seeing is not due to the fire, rather it’s been due to the 75-90MPH winds.

Apr 13, 2022

1 week later: McBride Containment at 84%; Nogal at 70% Open Navigation Close Navigation

Exactly one week after the fast-moving McBride fire tore through Ruidoso and surrounding neighborhoods, crews are approaching total containment of the fire; even as their equipment has been vandalized.

Apr 12, 2022

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Power Outage FAQs

What is Power Outage?

Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.

What Causes Power Outages?

  • Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.

What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?

  • Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
  • Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
  • Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
  • Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.

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Mescalero, New Mexico

City Mescalero
County Otero
State New Mexico (NM)
Country United States
Zip Codes 88340

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