Last March, we executed two Public Safety Power Shutoffs amidst historic windstorms and wildfire risk – a decision that proved critical in the hours that followed.

Ensuring the safety and livelihoods of the people we serve is our top priority every day.​.​.Learn more about Gary's story and how we're working to keep communities safe:

Our linemen recently participated in the 32nd annual Lone Star Lineman’s Rodeo in Amarillo showcasing physical skills, technical knowledge and teamwork. Teams from utilities across the region competed in events highlighting the necessary skills it takes to keep our communities

Our hearts go out to our neighbors across the Texas Hill Country and Concho Valley in the aftermath of catastrophic flooding, and we extend our deepest sympathies to the families and friends who are searching for loved ones and mourning profound losses during this difficult time.

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We're making energy work better for our Texas customers — raising the bar on reliability, sustainability and service, so they can thrive every day. Learn more about our commitment to you:

We’re committed to protecting and preserving the planet every single day. As part of construction and operation of the Sagamore Wind Project, we partnered with Lost Draw Conservation Bank to preserve approximately 2,000 acres of habitat for Lesser Prairie Chickens, a threatened

Due to the most recent forecasts we do not expect to meet the criteria to conduct a Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS). However, high winds may still cause outages, particularly on Tuesday, and Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings (EPSS) will be in place to reduce wildfire risk.

We are preparing for the upcoming extreme weather and wildfire risk, including if necessary, conducting a targeted Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) that could result in a multi-day power outage. For the safety of our communities, crews must inspect every line and piece of

As power is restored to all Xcel Energy customers in Texas and New Mexico after recent storm damage and an ongoing stretch of dangerous dry and windy weather, we want to take a moment to thank our crews, who didn’t hesitate to protect what matters most. With dangerously dry

As high winds and fire risk continue to be a challenge across the region this morning, we've restored power to about 23,000 customers and are working to restore the 7,000 customers that remain without power due to weather-related outages. Crews were able to begin assessing the

As soon as it's safe to do so, crews will begin patrolling lines and inspecting equipment so power restoration can begin. Our top priority is ensuring the safety of our communities, customers and work crews. To report an outage and view the current outage map, visit

Public Safety Power Shutoffs are a tool of last resort, and we only implement them when absolutely necessary. Our meteorologists work with a network of experts to identify and monitor the risk factors that can necessitate a PSPS. As soon as it's safe for our crews to patrol lines

Xcel Energy is conducting a Public Safety Power Shutoff due to extreme wildfire risk and high winds, and some power lines in your area may be de-energized. Start times are expected beginning at 11am, later in some areas based on wind speeds.". Crews will begin to restore service

Due to extreme winds and elevated wildfire risk, we are evaluating the likely need to turn off power for some of our TX and NM customers Tuesday, March 18th. Information about timing, preparation, and outage maps may change. The latest can be found here:

We have successfully restored power to nearly all 68,000 customers affected by the historic windstorm on Friday, March 14. However, due to the ongoing dry weather pattern there is a consideration for another Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) event in parts of southeastern New.

Our crews are continuing to work around the clock to ensure every single customer's power is restored. We're out with helicopters and drones doing inspections of lines in more rural areas and rugged terrain.

Our crews are out in force again today to continue making repairs until all of our customers have power. Currently, over 97% of impacted customers are restored, with all of our New Mexico customers restored as of last night. We appreciate your patience and the overwhelming

After the extreme winds on Friday, 450 Xcel Energy employees and contractors are on site over the weekend, including crew members from Colorado, and drone and helicopter pilots from surrounding areas. As of this evening, our crews have restored power to 90% of our Xcel Energy.