Update (11/11, 9:40 p.m.)
A power outage affecting more than 2,200 people in north Reno has been largely resolved according to NV Energy's outage map.
According to the map, 12 customers remain without power in the area of North McCarran Boulevard north of the University. NV Energy is estimating their power will be restored by 12L45 a.m.
Update (11/11, 5:50 p.m.)
NV Energy is reporting a power outage affecting more than 2,200 people in north Reno.
On the NV Energy website, the outage is located off North McCarran Boulevard north of the University of Nevada, Reno.
The cause of the fire is listed as pole-mounted equipment failure.
There is currently no estimated time for power to be restored.
Update (11/11, 4:20 p.m.)
Liberty Utilities Lake Tahoe has restored power after extreme weather conditions forced a Public Safety Power Shutoff on Monday.
Safety inspections have been conducted on affected power lines according to a post from the utility company on X.
Those inspections confirmed the power grid could be safely re-energized, with most customers' power restored.
Update (11/11, 1:52 p.m.):
Liberty Utilities Lake Tahoe is trying to conduct safety inspections on power lines and electric infrastructure in the Markleeville, Woodfords, and Desolation Hotel (Hope Valley) areas.
These inspections must be completed before they can lift the Public Safety Power Shutoff.
Liberty is expecting to be able to being restoring power at approximately 5:00 p.m.
Update (11/11, 1:41 p.m.):
NV Energy says the Public Safety Outage Management event has been canceled in the following zones due to updated weather forecasts:
- Carson/Genoa
- VC Highlands
Please note that higher than normal winds are still expected, which could still cause an unplanned power outage.
ORIGINAL STORY:
Liberty Utilities is notifying Markleeville, Woodfords, and Desolation Hotel (Hope Valley) customers that it may implement a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) on Monday, November 11, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. to reduce wildfire risk during anticipated extreme weather conditions. If a PSPS is implemented, it could last more than 24 hours before power is safely restored.
The state of California grants authority to Liberty to implement a PSPS in high-risk areas when extreme weather conditions present a clear danger to public safety.
Customers are encouraged to visit Community Resource Center from 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. at the Woodfords Community Center, 96 Washoe Blvd if they are unable to secure necessary alternative power.
Meanwhile, NV Energy has issued Public Safety Outage Management (PSOM) WATCH in Carson, Genoa and Virginia City Highlands in northern Nevada and Mt. Charleston in Southern Nevada.
Customers in all affected areas have been notified. A PSOM WATCH means a de-energization is possible to prevent the possibility of sparking a wildfire.
For additional information, click on this line.
For safety, customers are advised to take the following proactive measures:
* Create an emergency kit including, but not limited to, flashlights, first aid supplies and local maps. Consult Ready.gov for additional emergency kit necessities.
* Plan for medical needs that may be impacted by a power shutoff, including medications that need refrigeration or devices that require power. Please register any energy-related medical needs by calling 1-800-782-2506.
* Store nonperishable foods and water to support your family for a minimum of 48 hours.
* For additional information and real-time updates, please visit libertyutilities.com or follow us on Facebook (@LibertyUtilitiesLT) and X (@LibertyUtil_CA).
If a PSPS is implemented, Liberty will activate the CRC as listed above to provide customers with essential resources and an opportunity to speak directly with customer care representatives throughout the de-energization event.
(Alpine County, NV Energy contributed to this report.)
