Thousands Still Without Power, Heat
Close To 25,000 People Suffered Power Loss During Blizzard of 2003
POSTED: 11:16 a.m. MST March 21, 2003
UPDATED: 2:31 p.m. MST March 21, 2003
DENVER -- Xcel Energy said that it is working around to clock to help about 7,000 people along the Front Range and in the Foothills who are still without power and heat in the wake of one of the worst blizzards on record.
About 5,000 customers in the Denver area and another 2,000 in the Evergreen area are
waiting to have their electricity turned on.
At one point about 25,000 customers didn't have power
because of the storm, Xcel said.
Xcel said their repair crews are still having a hard time
getting through snow-clogged residential streets.
It could take two to three days to get to everybody.
That is not good news to those living in and Evergreen. Not only are they without power and heat, they are virtually immobile. The Blizzard of 2003 dumped 71.3 inches in the area, so few people have been able to dig out even three days after the storm.
Important Numbers  Xcel EnergyFor power problems call (800) 895-1999 RTD For route changes, call (303) 299-6000Plowing Problems Call (720) 865-8570 if you live in Denver. To get the number for your city hall click herePotholes In Denver, call (720) 865-6855. For state roads call (800) 999-4997DIA For flight delays call (303) DIA-TIPS or your airline4x4 Help If you own a 4x4, you're needed to get emergency personnel to work. Call (720) 865-7620 to volunteer
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