Columbus Electric Cooperative, Inc.
PO. 80X 631 9OO NOBTH GOLD DEMING, NEW MEXICO 88031 . 575-546-8838
April 30, 2025
Dear Member:
On May 10,2025,, it will be necessary for Columbus Electric to take a scheduled power outage
that will last approximately 8 hours. In an effort to minimize the inconvenience we will begin at
6:00 A.M. and conclude at 2:00 P.M.
Click To Read Official Outage Notification Here
This outage is necessary to allow our crews to make essential repairs that involve a transmission
line that is located in close proximity to a congested, highway crossing area. There are no
alternative options. If the structure remains unrepaired and it fails, the amount of time to repair
it will be longer and it will create a safety hazard. Our crews will work diligently to complete the
repairs as safely and quickly as possible.
In the event we encounter any unforeseen obstacles we will do our best to inform the membership
through social media, website and if possible, phone calls.
We encourage you to make preparations in advance, Please see the enclosed flyers with tips to
help you prepare for an outage and how to keep your food safe.
In addition, Columbus Fire will be set up to shelter those in need during the outage. Priority will
be given to those needing power for medical equipment, Luna County will have their Emergency
Management Mobile Command Unit set up behind the station and their administrative building
at 504 Wisconsin Street in Columbus. They will be open to provide phone charging services to the
community as well as have some space for people to get out of the heat.
They will be open from 6:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M., though they will go later if needed. Residents
need to bring their own cords and plug ins to charge, and depending on how busy they get, they
will limit charging time to 30-45 minutes.
Residents in the Spanish Stirrup, Rockhound, and Franklin area are encouraged to go to Deming
or avail themselves of the services being offered in Columbus.
We apologize for any inconvenience. The safety ofthe public and our employees are a top
priority in this situation, if you have any questions or concerns about the outages, please contact our office at 1-800-950-2667.
Sincere
Chris Martinez
Executive Vice President & General Manager
FAX (575) 546-3128 . 800-950-2667 . OUTAGE RESPONSE 8oo-228-oszs
This institution is an equal oppoiunity provider and employer
Columbus Electric Cooperative, Inc.
po.Box631 . 900NoRTH GOLD . DEMTNG, NEW MEXTCO 48031 . 575-546-8838
30 de Abril, 2025
Estimado miembro:
El 10 de mayo de 2025, Columbus Electric tendrrl un corte de energia planificado que durarA
aproximadamente 8 horas. Para minimizar las molestias, el corte comenzari a las 6:00 A.M, y
finalizarrl a las 2:00 P.M.
Este corte es necesario para que nuestros equipos puedan realizar reparaciones esenciales en una
linea de transmisi6n situada cerca de un cruce de autopista muy transitado, No hay alternativas.
Si la estructura no se repara y falla, el tiempo de reparaci6n seri mayor y creari un peligro para
la seguridad pfblica. Nuestros equipos trabajarin diligentemente para completar las
reparaciones de la manera mis segura y rrlpida posible.
En caso de cualquier imprevisto, haremos todo Io posible por informar a los miembros a
trav6s de redes sociales, nuestro sitio web y, si es posible, por tel6fono.
Les recomendamos que se preparen con antelaci6n. Consulten los folletos adjuntos con
consejos para prepararse ante un apagrin y c6mo mantener sus alimentos seguros.
Se anima a los residentes de la zona de Spanish Stirrup, Rockhound y Franklin a acudir a
Deming o a aprovechar los servicios que se ofrecen en Columbus.
Disculpen las molestias. La seguridad det ptblico y de nuestros empleados es nuestra
prioridad m6s importante en esta situaci6n.
si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud sobre los cortes de energia, comuniquese con nuestra
oficina al l-800-950-2667.
Aten te’
Chris Martinez
Vicepresidente Ejecutivo y Gerente General
FAX (575) 546-3128 800,950-2667 oUTAGE RESPONSE 800-228-0579
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer
Click To Read Official Outage Notification Here