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Boulder summarizes emergency response after PSPS and high‑wind event; staff to host town hall

Boulder City Council · January 10, 2026
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Summary

City staff told the council the emergency operations center ran Dec. 17–20 and that staff estimate about 60% of the community lost power during the public safety power shutoff and wind event; the city will host a virtual town hall and produce an after‑action report.

City staff updated the Boulder City Council on the city's response to a recent public safety power shutoff (PSPS) and a related high‑wind event that occurred in mid‑December.

Chris (city staff) told the council the emergency operations center was activated Dec. 17–20 and "more than 260 public servants" from across departments participated in daily briefings and operational shifts. Staff estimated that "about 60% of our community lost power during this event," and described…

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