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Power Outages Impact Thousands in Far East El Paso Areas

KVIA••Gabrielle Lopez
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On Tuesday, multiple power outages affected over 37,000 customers in Far East El Paso, particularly in Horizon City, Clint, Sparks, and Fabens. The outages began around 2:17 p.m., with El Paso Electric (EPE) reporting 35 separate incidents. While crews are actively working to resolve the issues, no specific restoration time has been provided, and the cause of the outages remains under investigation. This situation has significant implications for residents relying on electricity for daily activities.

Key Details: • Over 37,820 customers were affected by power outages. • Outages primarily concentrated in Horizon City, with incidents starting at 2:17 p.m. • EPE crews are currently working to restore power, but no timeline is available.

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