DENVER (KDVR) — Strong winds across the Front Range have caused several road closures on Friday.
Friday is a Pinpoint Weather Alert Day due to strong, dry winds making for potentially hazardous fire conditions. This prompted Xcel Energy to proactively shut off power for safety reasons.
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The Colorado Department of Transportation and some local agencies are also closing down roads due to safety concerns as well, with winds expected to exceed 80 mph in areas along the Front Range, Denver metro and mountain corridors.
Road closures are likely to be on and off as winds continue into Friday night…