Power Outage in Oklaunion, TX

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Xcel Energy
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Southwest Rural Elec Assn Inc
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Tri-County Electric
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AEP Texas
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Oncor
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Oklaunion Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

May 19, 2011 - Thunderstorm Wind

Minor structural damage occurred to a building. Power line damage was also reported. Monetary damages were not available.

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News

Texas exists on an energy island. In the 1970s, one company tried to force a change. | KERA News

On May 4, 1976, a power company based in Texas sent electricity from a substation in Vernon, Texas, to Altus, Okla. By doing so, they were breaking a deal among power companies in Texas to keep electricity within state borders.

Sep 9, 2022

Why Is Texas On Its Own Electric Grid? | KUT Radio, Austin's NPR Station

During the February blackout, much of Texas didn’t have access to electricity produced in states where snow and ice weren’t shutting things down.

Jul 22, 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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Oklaunion, Texas

City Oklaunion
County Wilbarger
State Texas (TX)
Country United States
Zip Codes 76373

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