Power Outage in Fort Worth, TX

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Tri-County Electric
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Fort Worth Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

July 1, 2022 - Drought

Severe to exceptional drought conditions affected the county through the end of the month. Several grass fires broke out around July 4th from fireworks igniting the dry grasses. The City of Fort Worth fireworks show resulted in several small grass fires and a cancellation of the show after it had started. On July 26th, a kitchen fire at a home in the 5500 block of Jessica Lane in Rendon spread to surrounding houses because of the dry fuel conditions, destroying 3 homes and damaging several other houses plus power lines and propane tanks.

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February 14, 2021 - Extreme Cold/Wind Chill

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 3 to -2 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the mid teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The medical examiner confirmed 3 fatalities in the county due to hypothermia or carbon monoxide poising from a generator. Other cases are still pending.

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July 2, 2020 - Thunderstorm Wind

Downed power poles were reported near Saginaw Boulevard and Boaz.

Saginaw - Saginaw
June 23, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

Emergency management reported damage to trees, power lines and roofs in the city of Everman, TX.

Everman - Everman
May 29, 2019 - Tornado

This tornado initially formed near the Villages of Eagle Mountain subdivision, damaging one home where some of the bricks on the front part of the house fell off. The tornado continued on a track to the east-northeast between W Bailey Boswell Rd and WJ Boaz Rd. In this neighborhood, a couple of trees were snapped, consistent with 80 mph EF-0 winds, but most of the damage found was broken tree branches. The tornado then moved over N Saginaw Blvd (US 287/81) damaging several business signs and bending power poles. It continued to move east-northeast, dissipating between E Bailey Boswell Road and Darlington Trail, where no more damage was found. Maximum winds with the tornado were estimated at 80 mph.

Ft Worth Saginaw Arp - Blue Mound

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July 28, 2011

A grass fire that started in the 11000 block of East Dawn Drive in far north Fort Worth, spread quickly and consumed 5 mobile homes. At least one shed and a car were also engulfed in the flames. Power poles also caught fire causing the power lines to fall. One firefighter suffered first degree burns on his hands and another was treated for heat exhaustion. Very hot and dry conditions this month resulted in elevated fire danger.

April 3, 2011

An elderly woman in Fort Worth died due to a power outage at her home that left her unable to receive the oxygen she needed to survive. The power outage occurred from a tree that was blown into the power line down the street by strong wind gusts up to 40 mph.

April 2, 2009

A strong low pressure system moving across Oklahoma resulted in strong west and northwest winds across north Texas. Sustained winds of 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph were common across the region. Scattered tree damage was reported across north Texas, thousands of power outages were caused by downed power lines and trees in power lines, and hundreds of airplanes were grounded or delayed at DFW Airport. Approximately 11,600 customers in north Texas were left without power.

News

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Nov 15, 2022

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Nov 6, 2022

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Nov 6, 2022

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Nov 5, 2022

Tornadoes reported near Sulphur Springs, Paris Texas | wfaa.com

Several counties in North Texas were under a tornado watch until 8 p.m. Tornadoes were reported in parts of Northeast Texas

Nov 4, 2022

Gov. Abbott calls state response for incoming severe storms

As a storm system forms, it’s looking like Texas might be in its path.

Nov 4, 2022

Cubans suffer as power outage caused by Hurricane Ian drags on - CBS News

Ivette Garrido hurried last week to get the 13 pounds of subsidized chicken allotted to her family by Cuba's government and put it in the freezer, happy to have meat to get through Hurricane Ian.

Sep 30, 2022

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What the f**k is wrong with Texas, can’t even keep the power on!

Ed | December 22, 2022  

Guys remember that this isn't Oncors website. This is a third party website so don't direct your anger to these guys.

Ruben | February 16, 2021  

We have animals, "water babies" that mean everything to me but I will lose bc NOONE CARES!!! ROLLING OUTAGES???? WHERE??? WE HAVE BEEN OUT FOR 24HRS IN 0° TEMPS! NOONE WILL ANSWER THE PHONE ONCORE! BUT IM SURE YOUR FAMILY IS WARM IN ELECTRICITY! I WILL LOSE EVERYTHING BC OF YOU! HOPE YOU SLEEP TIGHT knowing you have messed with alot of lives and livelihoods

Kolleen | February 15, 2021  

We have’s had power since 5am and its getting colder. The people on the backside of our block have power. Roll some of that my way.

Bmg | February 15, 2021  

Freezing cold here, we have no power since 4 am monday, have kid at home , when we will have power back?

Anh | February 15, 2021  

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Power Outage FAQs

What is Power Outage?

Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.

What Causes Power Outages?

  • Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.

What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?

  • Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
  • Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
  • Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
  • Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.

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Fort Worth, Texas

City Fort Worth
County Tarrant
State Texas (TX)
Country United States
Zip Codes 76101, 76102, 76103, 76104, 76105, 76106, 76107, 76108, 76109, 76110

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