Wildfires in the Texas Panhandle caused by Xcel Energy

Utility provider Xcel Energy's facilities played a role in igniting massive wildfires in the Texas Panhandle, destroying homes, killing livestock, and causing evacuations. Two people died due to the fires.

Smokehouse Creek Fire in Texas

The Smokehouse Creek Fire in Texas, believed to be ignited by power lines from Xcel Energy, grew to the largest blaze in state history, destroying hundreds of structures and killing thousands of livestock. Lawsuits have been filed against the utility provider for negligence.