A High Wind Warning and Red Flag Warning have been issued for Las Vegas and surrounding areas from 11:00 a.m. today until 7:00 p.m. this evening. Southwest winds of 30-40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, are expected, along with relative humidity dropping to 10-20%. These conditions pose a significant fire risk due to the dry weather.
Dangerous crosswinds and blowing dust will reduce visibility, making travel hazardous. To minimize fire danger, all outdoor activities should be avoided, and open burning is prohibited within city limits.
City officials are also urging residents to prepare for a potential Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS), which is a precautionary measure to prevent wildfires. As of now, there is NO SCHEDULED SHUTOFF for the area, but officials are closely monitoring the situation. If power outages occur, strong winds may bring down trees and power lines.
For non-emergency inquiries, contact Las Vegas Dispatch at 505-425-7504. For emergencies, dial 9-1-1. For power outage updates, call PNM at 888-342-5766 or sign up for outage alerts by texting #ALERT to 78766 if you're in a PNM service area.
If there are no power outages, City of Las Vegas Community Services (including the library, museum, recreation center, and senior centers) will continue to operate on their normal schedule. Any changes due to electrical outages will be communicated to the public.
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Safety Tips for Residents from City of Las Vegas First Responders:
· If you don’t have to be on the road, please stay home.
· Keep your cell phone charged in case you need to make a call for assistance in an emergency.
· Check on family and neighbors during a power outage.
· If the power goes off to traffic lights, treat intersections with traffic lights as a 4-way stop. Be patient with other drivers.
· Have your emergency kit prepared and ready to use.
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How to Prepare for the Planned Power Shutoff
· Be Ready for Power Loss Starting Thursday Afternoon
o It is possible that large areas of Las Vegas may lose power due to wildfire risks.
o Check PNM’s outage map for the latest updates on affected areas: https://outagemap.pnm.com
· Stock Up on Essentials Before the Shutoff
o Charge phones, medical devices, and backup power sources.
o Gather flashlights, batteries, non-perishable food, and bottled water.
o Fill up your gas tank and have cash on hand in case ATMs and card machines go offline.
· Plan for Medical & Safety Needs
o If you rely on electric-powered medical equipment, arrange for backup power or relocate to a powered facility.
· Prepare for Traffic Disruptions & City Service Closures
· Stay Informed & Connected
o Follow our website at www.lasvegasnm.gov, our Las Vegas City Government Facebook Page www.facebook.com/lasvegascitygovernment/ and listen to local radio stations.
o Sign up for Community Connect with the Las Vegas Fire Department for emergency notifications. www.communityconnect.io/info/nm-cityoflasvegas?fbclid=IwY2xjawI2mXhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHYkI6GbpBjv8vV_-96kQpcbraxtXRlKUPpIdsvPKLkbMF4mpj1hilRv_7Q_aem_1UtgftHPoB-cxd8rB10eBw
· Be Ready for Power Restoration Delays
· Power may take several hours or longer to restore as lines are inspected.
· Avoid opening refrigerators/freezers frequently to keep food cold longer.
PNM is urging all customers to be prepared for weather-related outages. Sign up for PNM Outage Alerts by texting #REG and then #ALERT to 78766 from a number associated with your account.
Learn more about how to prepare for a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) at PNM.com/wildfire-safety.
Report outages at PMM.com/outage or text #OUT to 78766.
Please take precautions and stay safe during these conditions.
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