Power Outage in Rising Star, TX

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AEP Texas
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(877) 373-4858 Report Online
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Oncor
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(888) 313-4747 Report Online
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Comanche County Elec Coop Assn
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(800) 915-2533
Taylor Electric Coop Inc, TX
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(325) 793-8500
United Cooperative Services
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Rising Star Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

March 13, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

A social media report indicated downed power lines just north of the city of Rising Star, TX.

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May 8, 2009 - Hail

Softball size fell in Rising Star. The newspaper reported that the hail broke car windows, tore limbs off trees, damaged outbuildings, knocked out power, damaged gardens and knocked fruit off trees.

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March 4, 2004 - Thunderstorm Wind

Power lines and large trees were blown down by high winds. A barn was destroyed and other barns and sheds were damaged. The roof of the Cooperative Observer's house was damaged and his farm equipment was moved.

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News

Police: Mercedes 'engulfed in flames' after Windsor crash

Windsor police said a Mercedes driven by a minor caught fire after crashing into two parked cars Wednesday afternoon. The occupants fled the scene, police said.

Nov 10, 2022

Bexar County election staff worked though midnight: live updates

Follow live updates from San Antonio on election night, including Abbott vs. Beto and local races.

Nov 9, 2022

Democrat Beto O'Rourke takes his shot with Texas voters again - CBS News

O'Rouke has been driving throughout the state, trying to build a coalition similar to the one he had in 2018, when he narrowly lost to Ted Cruz. But this is 2022.

Nov 5, 2022

City Council adopts Austin Energy pass-through rates effective Nov. 1, spreads cost recovery over three years to reduce impact to ratepayers

To help meet rising costs in the electric industry while reducing the impact to customers’ bills, Austin City Council approved new pass-through rates for Austin Energy’s Power Supply Adjustment (PSA) and Regulatory Charge.

Oct 13, 2022

Hurricane Ian: When the power grid goes out, could solar and batteries power your home? | University of California University of California

A study of real-world disasters shows how home solar and storage could keep the lights on and the air conditioner running during many outages, if not all.

Sep 29, 2022

Austin Energy customers affected by outage in downtown area | KXAN Austin Open Navigation Close Navigation

According to Austin Energy's social media, the cause of the outage is still being investigated.

Sep 27, 2022

Raccoon to blame for power outage at Texas school, parents say Open Navigation Close Navigation

Parents lined up outside Dobie Middle School in northeast Austin on Tuesday after the campus lost power.

Sep 27, 2022

Thousands without power, crane blamed for large outage | KLBK | KAMC | EverythingLubbock.com Open Navigation Close Navigation

LUBBOCK, Texas — Thousands of homes and business were without power Monday afternoon in the greater Lubbock area. Shortly after 5:00 p.m., most of the outages were cleared up. “A crane made contact with an Xcel Energy line northeast of LP&L’s service territory,” Lubbock Power and Light said after the outage began. “The effect cascaded […]

Sep 19, 2022

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. […]

Sep 15, 2022

Power outages have spiked in the past 10 years. Here's what's to blame | CNN Close icon

Power outages in the US in the past 10 years increased by 64% compared to the previous decade.

Sep 14, 2022

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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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Rising Star, Texas

City Rising Star
County Eastland
State Texas (TX)
Country United States
Zip Codes 76471

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