Utah just saw energy shutoffs to prevent wildfires — are more coming this season?

By: Alixel Cabrera

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: June 30, 2026

Words: 654

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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The largest electricity provider in the state activated a relatively rare power shutoff protocol last week, temporarily cutting energy service for over 7,700 customers. Should Utahns expect more of them as one of the most wildfire-prone seasons continues in Utah?

It depends.

Rocky Mountain Power activated a public safety power shutoff warning for 48 hours in about a dozen cities in Southern Utah, including Cedar City, Milford, Moab, Price and Vernal, while the utility …

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