Widespread power outage in Reno, nevadaThousands of people were without power on Tuesday. Nearly 70,000 people have nowhere to go strength According to NV Energy. The Story County Sheriff’s Office acknowledged the situation and released a statement.
“Regional power outages are occurring throughout Virginia City Heights, the Washoe Valley and Southwest Reno,” they said. wrote on Facebook. The power outage occurred in trigger vegetation fires today.
KOLO8, local channel, earlier report NV Energy acknowledged that more than 8,000 customers were without power in the area. According to NV Energy, zip codes 89431, 89434 and 89436 have been affected. Of note, the Sparks Fire Department said in a statement that NV Energy shut down power to the area as the fire spread to more than 30 acres.
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“The Sparks Fire Department is on scene of a vegetation fire in the area of Geno Martini Pkwy and Garda Ct. Evacuation orders are in effect in the area of Vecchio Drive. The fire is approximately 30 acres. An evacuation shelter has been set up at the Sparks Library. NV Energy has shut off power to the area,” statement read.
However, it’s unclear whether the current outage is simply due to outage or something else. The cause remains under investigation, according to NV Energy.
The map also shows parts of Vallejo affected by the outage.
This information was shared by Pacific Gas & Electric Company.
When will power be restored to Reno?
Currently, there is no timetable for restoring power to Reno. The Sheriff’s Office also said in the statement: “NV Energy is aware of the outage. There is no estimated time for restoration at this time.”
Meanwhile, horrifying footage shows the entire area plunged into darkness.
Reno blackout: Video and reaction
A local page posted a video showing the power outage in Reno.
“Power outage in multiple locations tonight, including these Reno Vista Apartments,” the caption read.
Some people also reacted to the outage in the area. “Total power outage. Around our neighborhood. Reno Nv,” one person commented on Facebook. Many also expressed frustration over the lack of electricity.
“Hopefully it’ll be back to 95 degrees by tomorrow!” one commented. Another complained: “What! Sparks are flying and you cut off the entire valley?”. However, it’s unclear whether the outage is directly related to outages caused by the Sparks Fire, as the investigation into the actual cause is still ongoing.
