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Report: Texas has the most major power outages of any state in the U.S. | Texas Standard
Birds in equipment cause power outage affecting 5,000 in College Station Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
CSU says birds got into equipment at the Dowling Road Substation
Clerk injured during convenience store robbery in Abilene | KTAB - BigCountryHomepage.com Open Navigation Close Navigation
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A convenience store clerk was injured during a robbery in Abilene early Wednesday morning. The robbery happened at a store on the 5100 block of Hwy 277 just before 4:30 a.m. Police say a clerk reported a suspect came inside and demanded money from the register, and when she refused, he […]
HAPPENING NOW: Wreck causes power outage, traffic diversion in southeast Abilene | KTAB - BigCountryHomepage.com Open Navigation Close Navigation
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A wreck caused a power outage and traffic diversion in southeast Abilene Thursday morning. The wreck happened on the 3900 block of Wake Forest Lane around 9:30 a.m. Police at the scene told KTAB and KRBC an oil truck grabbed a low-hanging line, taking down two power poles in the area. […]
West Texas Fair & Rodeo's 'Dr. Pepper Man' passes after 64 years of service, leaving legacy to son Open Navigation Close Navigation
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Known to some as the Dr. Pepper Man at the West Texas Fair & Rodeo, and to many others simply as Van, Eberle Van Meter passed away in early September. His work for both 7-Up and Dr. Pepper took him to the fair, where he reportedly loved working the most.
Flights on pause at major US airport amid reports of power outage | KTXS
Airport officials and energy representatives said they didn't know the cause of the outage and crews were dispatched to investigate.
Power outages affecting over 600 Bryan residents Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
BTU crews are still working to replace damaged equipment. They are working as quickly and safely as possible to restore power.
Power restored to over 1,500 College Station Utilities customers Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
A cause for the outage has not been determined yet
Texas has an official death count from the 2021 blackout. The true toll may never be known. | Texas Standard
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Hot temperatures across Texas are stressing the power infrastructure. But if your home loses electricity this summer, it’s not necessarily because of the state grid.
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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.
Abilene, Texas
City | Abilene |
County | Taylor |
State | Texas (TX) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 79601, 79602, 79603, 79604, 79605, 79606, 79608, 79697, 79698, 79699 |
Our power went out a couple of hours ago on Ruswood... seems only on the 1338 sude
Power out 1502 Millie Ct Abilene tx 79606
20 minutes ago our power went out and the neighbors behind us,the power went out.I live at 1634 South 22nd street Abilene,Tx.79602