Reno Power Outage in the Heat | Reno News

A major power outage hit nearly 4,000 south Reno customers just after 3:30 PM Thursday, as temperatures soared past 90°F and heat warnings lingered into the night. While winds of 10-15 mph were present, the exact cause remains under investigation. This follows NV Energy’s decision to postpone planned outages earlier in the week—prioritizing customer safety and comfort, especially for those relying on AC. The utility stresses that maintenance is vital for long-term reliability and is shifting outages to cooler hours when possible. Residents are urged to stay clear of downed lines, call 911 or NV Energy, and prepare with water, food, and a plan—especially during extreme heat. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/42969bed4f6f6f58