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Over 4K customers in far East El Paso experiencing power outage
By Jocelyn Flores at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Nearly 4,000 El Paso Electric customers are experiencing a power outage in far East El Paso, according to the utility's power outage map on Tuesday, June 23. According to the map, the power outage began shortly after 6 p.m. and is affecting 4,249 customers. The estimated ...
Key takeaway According to the map, the power outage began shortly after 6 p.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The widespread power outage in far East El Paso affecting over 4,000 customers comes at a time when the region is experiencing its usual summer heat. This disruption in service can be particularly challenging for residents who rely on air conditioning to stay cool, especially vulnerable populations such as the elderly and young children. El Paso Electric's efforts to restore power will be closely watched, and the utility's estimated restoration time will be crucial in determining the impact of this outage on daily life. As the city's infrastructure continues to grow and evolve, instances like this highlight the need for reliable and efficient utility services, particularly in rapidly developing areas like far East El Paso. Residents in the affected area will be looking for timely updates and a swift resolution to this outage.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Nearly 4,000 El Paso Electric customers are experiencing a power outage in far East El Paso, according to the utility's power outage map on Tuesday, June 23. According to the map, the power outage began shortly after 6 p.m. and is affecting 4,249 customers. The estimated ...
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