Power Outage in Rifle, CO

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Xcel Energy
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Holy Cross Energy
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Central Rural Electirc Cooperative
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Pacific Power
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OG&E
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Rifle Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

September 8, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

The automated weather station 2 miles southeast of Rifle measured a peak wind gust of 58 mph as a line of showers and thunderstorms moved across the area. The severe winds resulted in 436 power outages across Garfield County.

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September 8, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

The automated weather station at the Rifle Garfield County Airport measured a peak wind gust of 76 mph as a line of showers and thunderstorms moved across the area. The severe winds resulted in 436 power outages across Garfield County.

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September 8, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

The automated weather station at Douglas Pass measured a peak wind gust of 58 mph as a line of showers and thunderstorms moved across the area. The severe winds resulted in 436 power outages across Garfield County.

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News

Broadband a moving target | Local News | theclarionnews.com

Broadband enhancement has become an agenda item taking center-stage at counties across rural America. The COVID-19 pandemic, aside from its obvious impact on the health and wellness of communities, has

Nov 15, 2022

Thousands of NJ residents lose power in Hunterdon, Somerset

Another 2,500 customers are out in Somerset County.

Oct 31, 2022

No school for Carbondale Middle School Monday due to power outage | PostIndependent.com

There will be no classes today for Carbondale Middle School students, due to an ongoing power outage at the building, Roaring Fork School District officials said early Monday. The power outage was discovered on Sunday....

Sep 19, 2022

UCPS: Paulette Elementary School dismissing at noon after power outage | wbir.com

School officials expect students to return tomorrow, according to Union County Public Schools.

Aug 31, 2022

Animal causes 52-minute power outage across parts of Summit County | SummitDaily.com

Just a few minutes before 7 a.m. on the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 10, 1,605 Xcel Energy customers in Dillon, Keystone and Montezuma lost power.  According to an email sent by Michelle Aguayo, a spokesperson...

Aug 10, 2022

Power restored in Valley as heat rages on - WFMJ.com

Nearly 6,000 homes in Trumbull and Mahoning counties have lost electricity on the hottest day of the year

Jun 16, 2022

Lawrence City Hall closes Tuesday due to power outage Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn

A power outage at City Hall in Lawrence has demanded offices at the building close for the remainder of Tuesday.

May 24, 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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Rifle, Colorado

City Rifle
County Garfield
State Colorado (CO)
Country United States
Zip Codes 81650

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