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APS Ends Public Safety Power Shutoff; Restores Power to Flagstaff/Grand Canyon Area
Arizona Public Service (APS) has fully restored power to customers impacted by the Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) that began around 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The safety shutoff was implemented in and around Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon to help prevent the electric system from starting or contributing to a catastrophic wildfire during exceptionally dry conditions with extreme winds, low humidity and challenging terrain.
APS crews inspected equipment and power lines for damage before reconnecting power to ensure safety.
“Safety comes first in everything we do at APS,” said Scott Bordenkircher, APS Director of Forestry and Fire Mitigation. “Activating a PSPS is a decision we take very seriously, and we appreciate our customers’ patience, preparation and understanding. We are also thankful for strong partnerships with public safety officials and community leaders, including Coconino County, City of Flagstaff, the Town of Tusayan, Grand Canyon National Park, and the American Red Cross, who worked alongside us to support those impacted.”
APS meteorologists and fire experts will continue to monitor the forecast and work in collaboration with fire and emergency officials to protect public safety.
“This event involved critical fire-weather, with very low humidity, strong winds, and incredibly dry vegetation all happening at once,” said Cynthia Kobold, APS Supervisor of Fire Science and Meteorology. “The concern was not one single weather factor, rather the combined fire-weather environment created by those elements across areas of Northern Arizona. That combination can allow a wildfire to start and spread quickly.”
This week’s dangerous fire-risk conditions were experienced in states across the western U.S., causing the National Weather Service to issue Fire Weather Watches and Red Flag Warnings across the region. Electricity providers in multiple states were actively evaluating or issuing PSPS events.
APS created its Public Safety Power Shutoff program in 2024 as part of its Comprehensive Wildfire Mitigation Plan. This is the second time fire weather conditions were severe enough to trigger a PSPS event.
- APS meteorologists used real-time data to track conditions around the clock, including from more than 200 APS weather stations in the field.
- Field crews assessed miles of power lines utilizing trucks, drones, UTVs, and helicopters in rough terrain to inspect for damage before re-energizing.
- APS works year-round to reduce wildfire risk. These efforts include inspecting more than 38,000 miles of powerlines, clearing brush from around electrical equipment, investing in advanced fire mitigation technology and working closely with first responders and fire agencies.
Customers are encouraged to stay prepared for summer emergencies, register for alerts from their local emergency management office and keep their contact information up to date with APS. Sign in to aps.com or call the APS Customer Care Center at 602-371-7171 or 800-253-9405 to ensure contact information is current.
Learn more about APS’s year-round efforts to maintain a safe and reliable electric system and Public Safety Power Shutoffs at aps.com/psps.
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