UPDATE: Red flag warning and be prepared for power outages on Wednesday, Dec. 17
Xcel Energy continues to prepare for a strong wind event. Xcel has updated their outage map, and Louisville is excluded from the public safety power shutoff on Wednesday, but this is subject to change, and we encourage our community to remain prepared for power outages throughout the week, stay updated by following ODM emergency status updates, and follow all red flag day guidelines, including no open burning.
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Stay prepared for outages
Due to the high winds, we encourage you to remain prepared for unplanned power outages throughout the week.
Due to the elevated risk of wildfire, Xcel Energy expects to activate Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings (EPSS). When EPSS are activated, power lines are more sensitive and can instantly stop the flow of energy if an issue is detected, like a tree branch or other object touching the line. While this is not a planned outage, activation of these settings can cause power outages.
- As always, if you have an emergency, call 911. If you need assistance from Louisville Police Department that is not an emergency, call 303-441-4444.
- Traffic signals may lose power. If a traffic signal is out, please treat the intersection like a four-way stop.
- Prepare now and lean into your support system of neighbors, friends, and family
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Build an emergency kit (learn more at BoulderODM.gov) which includes battery powered lighting (flashlight, lantern, etc.) and extra batteries
- Reduce fire risk activities
- Check on neighbors, friends, and family, especially older adults and those living alone
City of Louisville facility closures
The City is planning to open public facilities with normal operations tomorrow, December 17, and this is subject to change. We will continue to monitor the situation and keep you updated about facility closures via our website, email lists, and social media. Keep your eyes on your inbox and our social media channels in case of closures.
Event & meeting cancellations
The Sustainability Advisory Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday remains canceled.
Life safety and fire risk
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Boulder County will be under a Red Flag Warning on Dec. 17 and High Wind Warning on Dec. 18, so there will be no open burning permitted either day, including agricultural burning
- Do not burn anything outdoors or conduct spark producing activities
- Treat all downed power lines as energized
- Stay away from damaged lines, trees, and equipment
- Report hazards through 911 if there is immediate danger
- Have an evacuation plan ready – know what modes of transportation you could take, have them fueled/powered up, know your routes, and what essential or irreplaceable items you would need to take with you
- If you typically keep your vehicle in a garage, make sure you know how to open your garage when the power is out (red pull tab, then you must be able to manually open the door), or consider parking your vehicle outside
Medical and functional needs
- If you rely on powered medical equipment, activate your backup plan now – whether that is using a backup power source, or staying with family or friends outside of the outage area
- Ensure batteries, generators, and oxygen supplies are ready
- Plan ahead for refrigerated medications- ask your medical provider how long medications can be stored at higher temperatures, especially medications that are critical for life
- If medication access or medical equipment failure becomes a life-threatening emergency, call 911
- Have an alternative plan, such as going to a friend or family member’s home with power
- Do not wait until power is out to seek help
- If you use an assistive device (like a lift chair for going up and down stairs, etc.) that helps you move around your home, consider moving critical items to an accessible location that you can get to it with or without power to your device.
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