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May 14, 2006 - Thunderstorm Wind
Severe thunderstorm winds struck from west of Carrizo Springs into Maverick County. As the storms moved southward, they knocked over trees and blew down power lines from west of Carrizo Springs to El Indio and southward to the Aerostat site. The wind damage was most severe in the El Indio area where widespread damage to roofs was indicated.
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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.
El Indio, Texas
| City | El Indio |
| County | Maverick |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 78860 |
A thunderstorm produced wind gusts estimated at 70 mph. These winds damaged two roofs and downed power lines in El Indio.