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Current Power Outage

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February 11, 2020

We are aware of a power outage first reported at 8:03 a.m. today in the Monticello, Cuchillo and Winston areas affecting a small amount of customers. It was restored at to all customers by 10:26 a.m.

A winter storm has since arrived in our service territory.  If you experience an outage, please contact us with your location. 

If you have medical emergency, call 9-1-1.  If you are at risk due to cold weather, please contact emergency services for your service area to inquire on how to get to a warming station.

You may call us at 575-744-5231 or our dispatch center at 1-888-336-3380. 

 

Story Behind the Switch

Presented by Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Story Behind the Switch is a traveling program with several interactive electricity demonstrations.  The program is 45-60 minutes delivered by Tri-State and Sierra Electric Cooperative at no cost to the school.  The program teaches students about electricity and safety with hands-on activities including a Van de Graaff generator, plasma ball and more.  The program is adjusted based on age of students, can be engaging for students K-12.

For more information or to schedule a presentation, contact Member Services at the co-op.

Safety Demonstrations or Presentations

Safety demonstrations or presentations are available from Sierra Electric Cooperative for any school or community organization.  If you have an event or would like to schedule a classroom or meeting presentation, contact Member Services at the co-op.  We can adjust the content of the demonstration to meet your needs.