UPDATE: As of 10 a.m. Monday, 182 customers in the Caribou City neighborhood, just north of Nederland, remain without power, five days after a devastating windstorm swept through Boulder County. The outages began on Wednesday at 2:33 p.m., when wind gusts exceeding 100 mph knocked out electricity for tens of thousands across Colorado.
The situation is dire for residents in Caribou City, who have been in the dark longer than any other area in the county. Xcel Energy reports that, while 863 customers countywide are still facing outages, no other neighborhood has experienced such an extensive power loss.
Residents are anxiously awaiting restoration, with Xcel Energy estimating that power should be restored by 2 p.m. Monday. This outage is part of a broader initiative to prevent rapid wildfire spread during the windstorm, which initially affected around 100,000 people statewide.
Officials confirmed that the outages were part of planned shutoffs designed to mitigate fire risks, but the prolonged loss of power has left many in the Caribou City community frustrated and concerned. With temperatures dropping and the holiday season approaching, the urgency for restoration has never been higher.
As recovery efforts continue, authorities are working diligently to restore power to all affected areas. Residents are encouraged to stay updated via Xcel Energy’s outage map for the latest information on restoration times and safety advisories.
The aftermath of this windstorm highlights the severe impact of extreme weather on local communities, and as restoration efforts unfold, residents remain hopeful for a swift return to normalcy.
Stay tuned for further updates as Xcel Energy works to resolve these outages, and keep an eye on local news for any new developments.
