Rocky Mountain Power has activated a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) across parts of southern and western Utah, cutting electricity to residents in Beaver, Iron, and Washington counties for a period of concern lasting from Friday, June 26, through Sunday, June 28, 2026.
Details of active shutoff
The utility company announced the active shutoff event on Friday, noting that power has already been turned off in specific areas of Beaver, Iron, and Washington counties to mitigate wildfire risks. The company also issued broader warnings and watches for several other regions across the state.
Warnings and monitoring status
Under a PSPS Warning, which indicates that the utility plans to turn off power due to elevated weather conditions, residents in Carbon, Emery, Garfield, Grand, Millard, Piute, San Juan, Sevier, and Uintah counties are being monitored. Additionally, a PSPS Watch is in effect for portions of Millard and Sevier counties, signifying that these areas are under observation for weather conditions that could lead to future shutoffs.
Community Resource Center assistance
To assist those impacted by the loss of electricity, Rocky Mountain Power has deployed Community Resource Centers (CRCs) to provide daytime relief. These centers are equipped with essential supplies including water, snacks, ice for food preservation, and medical support.
Beaver and Cedar City locations
In Beaver County, the Beaver County Fairgrounds at 1400 E Highway 21 in Minersville is open Friday, June 26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. In Cedar City, the Heritage Center located at 105 N 100 E will also serve residents on Friday, June 26, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Eastern Utah center locations
For those in eastern Utah, the Western Park center in Vernal, UT, and the Margaret L. Hopili Middle School in Moab, UT, are scheduled to open on Saturday, June 27, operating from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The resource centers are designed to support residents with diverse needs, offering features such as charging stations for electronic devices, Wi-Fi access, and air purifiers with air quality monitors. The utility also provides refrigeration for medicine or baby formula, as well as restroom facilities and seating.
To ensure accessibility, the centers include trained personnel to assist with questions, language services, and portable ADA ramps. For pet owners, small crates are available at the locations. The company noted that some customers living outside of designated PSPS zones could still experience outages due to the interconnected nature of the electrical grid.
The utility's recent updates reflect a growing footprint of potential impact. On June 25, 2026, Rocky Mountain Power updated its status for several Utah counties, noting that approximately 18,362 customers were included in the overall notification footprint with the possibility of power shutoff.
This follows earlier developments from late June, including a June 24 update where the company issued specific PSPS watches for Delta, Milford, Cedar City, and Enterprise Valley.
As power disruptions continue in the region, healthcare infrastructure remains a critical component of the local response. In the Cedar City area, Intermountain Health operates Cedar City Hospital, which serves as a major medical hub for the impacted counties.
The hospital maintains a large network of providers specializing in various fields necessary during emergencies, including cardiology, hematology-oncology, and nephrology. For residents facing medical emergencies during the power outage, health officials remind the public to call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.
Rocky Mountain Power advises all customers to verify that their contact information is up to date and to sign up for phone, text, or email alerts. The company recommends that residents prepare emergency kits containing flashlights with extra batteries, battery-powered or crank radios, and power packs for mobile phones.
