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Xcel Energy is re-energizing the power lines for the cities of Central and Black Hawk and power is being restored incrementally. Crews are still working. United Power has been working throughout the day to reenergize all customers in Gilpin County. No estimated time of complete restoration has been provided by either utility.
In response to ongoing power outages and dangerous wind conditions, a Joint Information Center (JIC) has been established today with the Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office, The City of Black Hawk, and Central City, Friday, December 19. There have been reports of fires in the County and as of 11:30AM all fires are contained.
Update 12/18, 12 p.m.: 🔥 Red Flag Warning & Community Preparedness:As of today, Thursday, December 18th at 11:30am, the warming shelter remains open at 10595 Highway 119 at the Gilpin County School.
The Best Little County in Colorado
Rich History
Gilpin County, located in the high country east of the Continental Divide some thirty-seven miles west of Denver, was established in 1861 as one of the original seventeen counties of the Colorado Territory.
Scenic Beauty
While people, industries and fortunes come and go, the imposing beauty of the mountains along the Continental Divide provide daily inspiration for those drawn to Gilpin County.
Limited Stakes Gaming
In 1990 a state-wide amendment passed that legalized limited-stakes gambling in Black Hawk and Central City. The initiative required that much of the proceeds from gambling would be provided to the Colorado State Historical Fund for Historic Preservation.
Living in the High Country
The high country is not for the fainthearted when Mother Nature sends a 100-year snowfall. A three-footer of spring white rain is not uncommon. Gilpinites need to be ready for prime time in the high country.
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