UPDATE: Over 180 customers in the Caribou City neighborhood, just north of Nederland, remain without power as of Monday morning, five days after a devastating windstorm wreaked havoc across Boulder County. The storm, which featured gusts exceeding 100 mph, initially knocked out power for tens of thousands of residents across Colorado.
According to Xcel Energy, the outage began at 2:33 p.m. on Wednesday and has left 182 customers in Caribou City in the dark since that time. The utility’s latest outage map indicates that these residents are expected to regain power around 2 p.m. today. This prolonged outage is among the largest currently affecting Boulder County, where a total of 863 customers remain without electricity.
As the storm led to planned power shutoffs aimed at mitigating wildfire risks, the impact has been severe, with as many as 100,000 people across Colorado experiencing outages at the height of the storm.
Residents of Caribou City are growing increasingly frustrated as they await restoration of service. Many families have been left without heating, food preservation, and essential services during a particularly challenging time of year.
Authorities are actively working to restore power as quickly as possible, but the extent of the damage caused by the windstorm has complicated recovery efforts. Xcel Energy has not provided specific details on the repairs needed for the Caribou City area, but updates are expected as crews continue to assess the situation.
As the situation develops, residents are urged to stay tuned for further updates from Xcel Energy and local officials. The urgency of restoring power to the affected neighborhoods remains a top priority, especially as temperatures drop.
For the latest updates, residents can check Xcel Energy’s outage maps or contact local authorities for assistance. Stay safe and informed as crews work tirelessly to restore electricity to those still waiting.
