Power Shutoff in Flagstaff Area Due to Wildfire Risk
• APS implemented a power shutoff affecting 6,000 customers in Flagstaff due to wildfire risk.
• The decision followed a red flag warning from NWS and forecasts of 60 mph wind gusts.
• Power was restored to all customers by 7 p.m. the same day, minimizing disruption.
APS shuts off power due to wildfire risk
Arizona Public Service (APS) proactively initiated a power shutoff on April 22, 2026, affecting approximately 6,000 customers in the Flagstaff area as a preventive measure against potential wildfires.
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