Rob Clark

SVP, Chief Communications Officer & Chief of Staff to the CEO

[Xcel Energy @xcelenergy]

Celebrating 40 years as a lineman, Randy Jude hung his boots on the Red Wing Wall of Honor. For four generations, the Jude family has dedicated their lives to keeping the power on.

Learn more about the Jude Family legacy: https://t.co/7EArz7iunh

[Xcel Energy @xcelenergy]

We had an incredible time at the Mile High Gas Rodeo! Teams from across Colorado and beyond came together with their families for a day of friendly competition, showcasing their skills in safety, speed, and precision. Thanks to everyone who participated!

[Xcel Energy @xcelenergy]

Our crews are hard at work in Scandia, MN using a helicopter aerial saw to safely and efficiently clear vegetation along transmission lines. This proactive work helps reduce potential outages and fire ignition risk and supports reliable energy for the communities we serve.

[Xcel Energy @xcelenergy]

The Greeley Stampede has been a Northern Colorado tradition for more than a century, and we're proud to help power the fun year after year!

We look forward to seeing you at community events across Colorado in 2026. Check out where we'll be next https://t.co/NdGjEa8oyK

[Xcel Energy Texas @XcelEnergyTX]

Yesterday we implemented a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) impacting about 15,000 Texas Panhandle customers. High winds with gusts up to 70 mph led to additional power outages.

Since yesterday evening, more than 400 crew members and contractors have been working to inspect lines, making repairs and restoring power as it becomes safe to do so. Helicopters are supporting rapid aerial inspections of power lines, and drones will be deployed if windspeeds allow.

Power has been restored to 97% of customers affected by Tuesday’s Public Safety Power Shutoff and weather-related outages. As of 3:45 p.m. CT on Wednesday, 526 customers were still affected by outages amid ongoing restoration efforts.

High winds that may create wildfire risk and cause outages are expected to continue through Friday. Customers should be prepared for weather-related outages in the coming days.

To learn more about the evolving situation, visit https://t.co/hLoHmHuumJ

[Xcel Energy Colorado @XcelEnergyCO]

Restoration efforts continued around the clock as our crews make a final push to get the lights back on for all customers in our Colorado service territory today. You can check estimated restoration times here: https://t.co/YF25BlIMsy
If you are experiencing an outage that is not reflected in the outage map or in My Account, please report your outage.

[Xcel Energy Colorado @XcelEnergyCO]

As of 5 p.m. today power has been restored to over 60% of customers impacted by the proactive Public Safety Power Shutoff and extreme winds. Crews have employed drones and helicopters to help inspect lines and identify needed repairs in more remote locations and areas with difficult terrain.

We expect most customers to see their power return by 10 p.m. tonight. Estimated restoration times will continue to be updated on our electric outage map at https://t.co/YF25BlIMsy.

Multi-day outages are difficult, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as our crews work to restore power to all impacted customers.

[Xcel Energy Colorado @XcelEnergyCO]

Crews continue to make progress restoring power to impacted customers, inspecting damage, and clearing vegetation from power lines. We understand how challenging extended power outages can be, and we appreciate your patience and the kindness shown to our crews who are working long hours to make repairs and get the lights back on.

Charging stations are available at these locations:
- Carmody Middle School – 2050 S. Kipling St., Lakewood (open 24 hours)

- Gilpin County School – 10595 State Route 119, Black Hawk (open 24 hours)

- Evergreen Fire Station – 1802 Bergen Parkway, Evergreen (December 20, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)      

- Clear Creek County Health and Wellness Center – 1969 Miner St., Idaho Springs(December 20, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)"

- Jefferson County Fairgrounds – 15200 W 6th Ave, Golden, CO 80401  (December 20, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.)

[Xcel Energy Colorado @XcelEnergyCO]

Hundreds of our team members are out inspecting power lines and poles and making repairs to restore power to more than 80,000 customers impacted by the Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) and the damaging winds that moved through Colorado yesterday.

Power has been restored to some customers, and we expect most customers to see their power return by 10 p.m. tonight. Restoration for some customers may extend into Sunday due to severe damage and the location of the damage. Crews must visually inspect the lines for damage before repairs can be made and power restored.

If your power is out, an estimated restoration time for your address should be reflected in the outage map at https://t.co/YF25BlJki6

If you are experiencing an outage that is not reflected in the outage map or in My Account, please report your outage.

[Xcel Energy Colorado @XcelEnergyCO]

We understand how frustrating it is to experience extended outages and that people have questions about Public Safety Power Shutoffs, so we asked our Operations and Wildfire Risk Management experts for answers.

[Boulder Office of Disaster Management @BoulderOEM]

Take this seriously. Extreme winds and fire danger tomorrow (Friday, Dec. 19). Be prepared. Have a plan. Coordinate with family, friends, and neighbors. Be safe. Sign up for alerts at https://t.co/OtZa9dqhNG. More information at https://t.co/qO4GpUtqFt

[City of Golden @CityofGolden]

Xcel Energy has confirmed a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) WILL occur tomorrow beginning at 5:00 a.m. At this time, you should NOT anticipate power coming back on Friday, and all residents should prepare to be without power possibly through the weekend and into Monday.

[Xcel Energy Colorado @XcelEnergyCO]

Wind gusts reached 90-100 mph in some areas of the Front Range yesterday evening, and as soon as it was safe, crews mobilized to assess damage, patrol lines, and inspect equipment. Restoration work has started and will be ongoing for several days as our teams battle with an additional round of severe wind tomorrow morning. We appreciate your patience and kindness to our crews as they navigate difficult conditions.

[Xcel Energy Colorado @XcelEnergyCO]

Crews are seeing extensive damage caused by extremely high winds, fallen trees and debris blowing into power lines yesterday afternoon and evening. Teams are deployed across our service territory and are utilizing drones and helicopters to help with inspections.

[Minnesota Vikings @Vikings]

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[Rob Clark @robclark27]

@ThirdEyeBlind Dallas 2023

[Rob Clark @robclark27]

@AlexMattison22 Prayers and positive thoughts from @Vikings country!

[Xcel Energy WI @XcelEnergyWI]

We have successfully restored power to nearly all 300,000 impacted customers across Minnesota, South Dakota and Wisconsin, and remaining outages should be restored this evening. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we worked to restore power this week.

[Xcel Energy @xcelenergy]

We're providing energy assistance in our communities and making it easier for our customers to get answers about their energy bill.

See how the RED truck is driving positive change in our communities: https://t.co/CN0gBp4vnK

[Xcel Energy WI @XcelEnergyWI]

As restoration efforts continue, power has been restored to over 90% of customers across South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Neighboring utilities offering mutual aid, and crews from our Texas and Colorado service territories joined over 2000 employees in the field today.