"Texas Grid's Resilience Tested as Arctic Blast Approaches"

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"Texas Grid's Resilience Tested as Arctic Blast Approaches"
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As Texas braces for an Arctic blast, experts weigh in on the state's power grid readiness for severe winter storms. Confidence levels vary, with one expert rating it at 9, citing significant improvements since the 2021 grid failure, while another expresses a 7, foreseeing potential rolling blackouts. A third expert gives a split confidence score of 3 and 8, highlighting the vulnerability of Texas homes' heating systems. The need for better grid connectivity and energy-efficient heating solutions is emphasized to mitigate potential outages.

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