DENVER (KDVR) — A power outage impacted thousands of residents in the northern Denver metro area on Tuesday evening.

Westminster dispatchers told FOX31 there were first responders on scene at 81st and Federal Avenue, but didn't have further details.

According to Xcel Energy's outage map, there were over 1,700 customers in the area of Federal Heights, Thornton and Westminster without power as of 9:15 p.m.

FOX31's Hanna Powers was on her way to the scene to learn more about the incident, including what led to the power outage, why first responders were in the area and if there is any danger to the public. FOX31 is also working to learn when power could be restored to customers in the area.

As information is gathered, this breaking news article will be updated.

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