⚠️ High Wind and Fire Weather Alert - Updated ⚠️
- pinewoodlakewag
- Dec 16, 2025
- 3 min read
Updated: 2 days ago
This page will be updated as quickly as possible:
December 19, 2025 @ unknown - PVREA fixed down line.
December 19, 2025 @ 10:42AM MST - Line down from tree at 18E & Skinner Gulch, 1 home impacted, PVREA enroute.
December 19, 2025 @ 10:00AM MST - Debris reported on 18E from winds.
December 19, 2025 @ 8:00AM MST - Informal GMRS Emergency Net started.
December 19, 2025 @ 7:30AM MST - Email sent to neighbors.
December 19, 2025 @ 2:17AM MST - High Wind Warning Issued by NWS Denver, CO
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH
FRIDAY AFTERNOON...
...West winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 100 mph, strongest
near the base of the foothills.December 17, 2025 @ 7:00PM MST - GMRS Emergency Net closed out
December 17, 2025 @ 6:00PM MST - Power Restored
December 17, 2025 @ 4:38PM MST - Report PVREA onsite, clearing debris, working on power line.
December 17, 2025 @ 4:04PM MST - Report of fallen tree / branches took out power line.
December 17, 2025 @ 3:30PM MST - GMRS Emergency Net started (22 checkins)
December 17, 2025 @ 3:00PM MST - Reports of power outages in neighborhood
December 16, 2025 @ 7:00PM MST
The Denver Post via Facebook
Xcel Energy officials cut down the number of Front Range customers who may lose power during a wind storm on Wednesday from half a million to 52,000, according to a Tuesday afternoon release.
Xcel officials said a precautionary power cut will likely start around 10 a.m. Wednesday, with most impacts to customers in the foothills, including Jefferson, Boulder, Clear Creek, Larimer and Weld counties.
December 16, 2025 @ 4:37PM MST
Larimer - High Wind / Wildfire Danger Announcement (Wednesday 12/17)
December 16, 2026 @ 4:00PM MST
Email to neighborhood
ALERT
High Wind and Fire Weather Alert
Wednesday Afternoon
The National Weather Service (NWS) Denver/Boulder office has issued a high-impact weather alert for Northern Colorado communities, starting Wednesday afternoon.
A High Wind Event and Critical Fire Weather Conditions are likely.
Click the image below to view the alert and information about the event.
Please see the Messages from Local Energy Companies below on how they are preparing for this event.
Members of our neighborhood communications team will be monitoring the GMRS Radio System, SLACK and other emergency services, so please reach out if you see anything. However, if you have the ability to call 911 do that first.
Are you prepared?
Ensure the following:
If you have medical devices, make sure you have backup power.
If you have backup power, test it and make sure you have enough fuel.
Ensure your phones and radios are charged.
Is your go-bag ready?
Did you check-in with your buddies?
Do they know about this alert, are they prepared, do they need help?
Messages from Local Energy Companies
Please contact the companies directly if you have any questions
Poudre Valley REA:
“In response to Wednesday’s forecasted Red Flag Warning in the foothills, we have activated procedures to prioritize safety & reliability. This includes suspending all construction & routine maintenance within the high wind zone, strategically positioning additional crews for rapid response, & closely monitoring fire risk forecasts & weather conditions.”
“We will be moving to one-shot settings which makes the system more sensitive. Normally, our system tries to restore power automatically by reconnecting up to three times. With one-shot, the system shuts off & stays off until a crew checks the line in person. This reduces wildfire risk during high winds but can lead to longer restoral times.”
“While we don’t anticipate any planned outages, high winds can cause unexpected outages. We encourage all members particularly those who rely on medical devices to have a backup power source or an emergency plan in place to stay safe.”
Updates can be found on the Poudre Valley REA Facebook page.
Xcel Energy:
“Xcel Energy is currently considering public safety electrical power shutoffs due to high fire danger and strong winds in the Front Range of Colorado. This decision is aimed at protecting customers and communities from potential wildfires. The shutoff could affect several counties, including Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, and Denver, and may last several hours or even days. Xcel Energy has implemented Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings (EPSS) to enhance safety during such events. Customers are advised to prepare for possible outages and stay informed through Xcel Energy's communications.”
Updates can be found on the Xcel Event Update page
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