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"New Orleans S&WB Implements Power Rationing During Deluge"
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"Southern States Grapple with Water Woes and Arctic Freeze"
Memphis residents continue to face water problems as repair crews work to fix broken pipes caused by freezing temperatures, with the city's water company issuing a boil water notice affecting over 600,000 people. The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency reports 28 other water systems under boil water notices and 19 counties experiencing operational issues. The extreme weather has led to 34 weather-related fatalities in Tennessee, while cities in Arkansas also grapple with water problems and potential power outages. The situation highlights the vulnerability of southern water infrastructure to severe cold, exacerbated by years of neglect and lack of preparation for such conditions.
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"Indianapolis and Surrounding Areas Battle Storms and Power Outages, Recovery Efforts Underway"
Indianapolis officials, including Mayor Joe Hogsett, address the aftermath of severe storms and power outages caused by a "derecho" event. Thousands of homes and customers are without power, with AES Indiana reporting around 40,000 outages and Duke Energy reporting around 90,000 outages. AES Indiana is working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible, facing challenges such as debris and fallen trees. The Indianapolis Fire Department and Police Department are responding to incidents related to the storms, and drivers are urged to be cautious at intersections without power. Residents can find more information and safety tips on the AES Indiana and Duke Energy outage maps.