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Austin airport experiences power outage in terminal Open Navigation Close Navigation
Travelers were left in the dark for over two hours and counting at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport early Wednesday morning.
California heat wave: No rolling blackouts, says grid operator.
Here's the latest on power outages, record-shattering heat and possible future storms in California and the S.F. Bay Area.
Several thousand without power in El Dorado, Solano Counties Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal
More than 7000 are without power Monday morning in separate outages in El Dorado County and Solano County, according to the PG&E website.
Nearly 1,700 without power in East Texas Open Navigation Close Navigation
TYLER, Texas (KETK) - Recent storms left 1,693 without power in the East Texas area on Tuesday as of 8 a.m.
Power outages in Texas: why they happen and when to expect them | The Texas Tribune Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator
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.
Limiting crypto mining helped Texas power grid weather heat wave | The Texas Tribune Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator
Cryptocurrency mining requires huge amounts of electricity, prompting concerns over the industry’s environmental impact — and whether the state’s grid can keep up.
Texas grid operator urges electricity conservation amid heat wave | The Texas Tribune Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator
The state’s grid operator asked that Texans voluntarily reduce their power use on Monday as the blistering heat continues — and said no rolling blackouts are expected this week.
Odessa water outage underscores Texas’ aging water infrastructure problem | The Texas Tribune Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator
Texas had 3,866 water boil notices in 2021, the most in the last decade. Aging water systems threaten water supply and quality — and for many small towns across the state, they won’t be cheap to repair.
Texans see skyrocketing energy bills as state exports more natural gas | The Texas Tribune Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator Loading indicator
The cost of electricity in Texas is tightly tied to the price of natural gas, which has more than doubled since Russia invaded Ukraine in late February.
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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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Joaquin, Texas
| City | Joaquin |
| County | Shelby |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 75954 |
Texas Electric Cooperative reported several power line poles downed near Crystal Lake on the west side of Joaquin.