LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The U.S. Forest Service has extended the closure of the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, which includes Lee Canyon, "indefinitely" as officials work to clean up and assess flooding damage in the area.
This news comes as NV Energy announced on Thursday morning that power was "fully restored" to all customers in the Mt. Charleston area, specifically in Kyle Canyon.
On Wednesday, the comapny had restored power to over 200 customers in the area on Wednesday morning, with the exceptions of Old Town and the Echo and Cathedral Rock subdivision. Thursday's update confirmed that those areas now have power.
The boil water order is still in effect for the area, and State Route 157 (Kyle Canyon Road) will remain shut down at its junction with State Route 158 (Deer Creek Road) due to flood damage.
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In their latest update on the ongoing flooding brought on by the remnants of Tropical Storm Hilary, energy officials also noted that crews will remain in the area to make sure power is flowing and infrastructure is secure and running as intended.
Additionally, crews will continue to work to remove vegetation in the area, such as knocked-down trees or branches that may threaten power lines or other equipment in the area.
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Officials are warning residents to prepare for more flash flooding over the weekend as weather forecasts show that precipitation is set to continue in the area. Currently, Thursday shows a 50% chance of storms in the Mt. Charleston area.
If customers are still out of power, NV Energy encourages them to call the customer contact center at 703-402-5555.
