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Wild Wind Storm Hits Colorado: Thousands Left Without Power

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Colorado is reeling from hurricane-force winds causing widespread power outages. Share your storm views with 9NEWS!

Colorado was hit by a wild wind storm over the weekend, with gusts approaching 100 mph in some areas, leaving over 300,000 people without power across the Front Range communities. Xcel Energy, the main utility provider, warned that restoration efforts may stretch into Monday, causing inconvenience to residents.

In the sports arena, the No. 14 Women's Tennis team from UCLA secured a road win against Colorado, showcasing skill and teamwork on the court. The match saw impressive performances from players like Aya El Sayed, contributing to UCLA's victory and highlighting the competitive spirit in collegiate athletics.

Amidst the chaos, a call for flexibility in Colorado's higher education system emerges. A guest column discusses the importance of transfer options within colleges, reflecting on personal experiences and advocating for increased adaptability in academic pursuits.

As the extreme winds finally calmed down in Denver, authorities issued a red flag warning for certain counties due to the prevailing fire risks. Xcel Energy reassured residents that crews were actively assessing the damage and working diligently to restore power, indicating a gradual return to normalcy in the affected areas.

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Colorado wind storm slows down Sunday, but widespread power ... (Colorado Public Radio)

Over 100000 people were without power in some Front Range communities. Xcel Energy said outages could remain until Monday or later.

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No. 14 Women's Tennis Posts Road Win Against Colorado - UCLA (UCLA Athletics)

All three also helped UCLA earn the doubles point. Aya El Sayed earned a top-court singles victory for the Buffaloes (12-6, 1-5). The UCLA combination of ...

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Over 300000 power outages in Colorado as hurricane-force wind ... (FOX Weather)

The threat of wind gusts to 100 mph and low humidity has triggered National Weather Service in the Rockies and Plains to issue a variety of alerts warning ...

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GUEST COLUMN: Increasing flexibility in Colorado's higher ed (Colorado Springs Gazette)

When I started my college education, I started at a community college with the idea that I would eventually transfer. Since that point, I've had my share of ...

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Big wind cuts power to tens of thousands in Colorado, closes roads ... (The Coloradoan)

A weekend windstorm blew gusts approaching 100 mph in Colorado, caused power outages and road closures, and coincided with 2 fires in Larimer County.

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Xcel Energy: Restoration of power could extend into Monday (CBS Denver)

Xcel Energy stated at 11 a.m. Sunday that bringing power back online after the overnight windstorm could extend into Monday for some residents of Colorado's ...

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Colorado weather: Extreme winds calm down in Denver, but gusts ... (The Denver Post)

A red flag warning is in effect from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday for Lincoln and Elbert Counties.

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Xcel: Power outages in Colorado could continue into Monday (FOX31 Denver)

Xcel told FOX31 that crews were out assessing the damage and would begin working to restore power after the winds died down Sunday afternoon. More than 600 ...

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COLORADO, USA — The strongest winds Colorado has seen in years are blowing through the state and we would love to see your view of the storm.

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