Amarillo TX Local News - February 17, 2026

Amarillo TX Local NewsBreaking newsCRITICAL FIRE WEATHER - Power Shutoffs Expected Tuesday: Xcel Energy has announced a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) is likely for Tuesday, February 17, 2026, potentially affecting 14,500-15,000 customers across 14-16 Panhandle counties including Potter and Randall [1][2][3]. The shutoff is expected to begin between 8-9 a.m. and last until approximately 5 p.m., though power restoration could take several hours to several days [1][3].Fatal Crash in North Amarillo: One person is dead after a crash in north Amarillo on Monday evening. The crash occurred on N. Fillmore between S. 1st Avenue and N. 1st [4][5]. Details remain limited as authorities investigate.Woman Hospitalized After Mobile Home Crash: A woman suffered life-threatening injuries after crashing into a mobile home off East Amarillo Boulevard on the morning of February 12, 2026 [6].Commercial Structure Fire Contained: A large commercial structure fire near Soncy Road and Heritage Hills is now under control [1][7].Valentine's Day Shooting: A 28-year-old man was wounded and faces multiple charges after a shooting Saturday night near a United Supermarket [8][9].Wildfire Near Potter/Carson County Line: A wildfire is burning near the Potter/Carson County line as critical fire conditions persist [4][5].WeatherEXTREMELY CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER ALERT - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17: The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning and Red Flag Warning for the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles and Eastern New Mexico