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Houston braces for up to 200,000 outages as winter storm hits CenterPoint service area
local1 month ago

Houston braces for up to 200,000 outages as winter storm hits CenterPoint service area

CenterPoint Energy warns the Houston area could endure 100,000 to 200,000 outages during a winter storm, with 3,300 crews and 1,500 trucks deployed and most outages expected to be restored within 12 hours. Forecast calls for about 0.1 inch of ice, possible sleet, and temperatures staying at or below freezing for 24–36 hours, with northern areas likely to see greater impacts. Residents should stay off roads and away from downed power lines.

via khou.com|
#centerpoint-energy#houston#local
Texas Governor Criticizes Energy Response as Houston Struggles Post-Beryl
energy-and-utilities1 year ago

Texas Governor Criticizes Energy Response as Houston Struggles Post-Beryl

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has criticized CenterPoint Energy for its handling of power outages in Houston following Hurricane Beryl, despite the utility's assurance that power will be mostly restored by Wednesday. The Texas Public Utility Commission has launched an investigation into CenterPoint's storm preparation and response. Abbott has demanded plans to protect the power supply for the rest of the hurricane season, but some experts argue that the state's regulatory framework has failed to ensure resilient transmission lines. The prolonged outages have exacerbated heat-related illnesses and other issues in the Houston area.

via The Associated Press|
#centerpoint-energy#energy-and-utilities#greg-abbott
Houston Restaurants Sue CenterPoint Energy Over Power Outages
local-news1 year ago

Houston Restaurants Sue CenterPoint Energy Over Power Outages

Houston attorney Tony Buzbee is filing a class-action lawsuit against CenterPoint Energy on behalf of several Houston area restaurants, alleging negligence and failure to restore power after Hurricane Beryl. The lawsuit claims CenterPoint Energy failed to invest in infrastructure, maintain equipment, train personnel, and respond adequately to the storm, leaving businesses without power for days. The case aims to compel the energy company to improve its operations.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#centerpoint-energy#class-action-lawsuit#houston-restaurants
"Texas Power Crisis: Gov. Abbott Demands Immediate Action Post-Beryl"
weather1 year ago

"Texas Power Crisis: Gov. Abbott Demands Immediate Action Post-Beryl"

Nearly 300,000 people in southeastern Texas remain without power a week after Hurricane Beryl, as temperatures soar amid a heat wave. Governor Greg Abbott has demanded that CenterPoint Energy improve its hurricane preparation plans and has directed the Public Utility Commission of Texas to investigate the prolonged outages. CenterPoint is working to restore power and has deployed thousands of staff to address the damage.

via NBC News|
#centerpoint-energy#heat-wave#hurricane-beryl
"Texans Endure Heat and Power Outages as Gov. Abbott Reviews CenterPoint's Future"
local-news1 year ago

"Texans Endure Heat and Power Outages as Gov. Abbott Reviews CenterPoint's Future"

Texans, particularly in Harris County, are entering their second week without power following Hurricane Beryl, which caused widespread damage and outages. Residents are struggling with the heat, relying on generators, and facing frustration with utility company CenterPoint Energy's slow restoration efforts. Governor Greg Abbott has called for an investigation into the company's response. Despite the challenges, communities are coming together to support each other.

via The Texas Tribune|
#centerpoint-energy#heatwave#hurricane-beryl
Gov. Abbott Demands Immediate Fix from CenterPoint After Hurricane Beryl Power Failures
politics1 year ago

Gov. Abbott Demands Immediate Fix from CenterPoint After Hurricane Beryl Power Failures

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has given CenterPoint Energy a deadline to improve its power reliability and storm preparedness following widespread outages caused by Hurricane Beryl. If CenterPoint fails to comply by July 31, Abbott will impose his own requirements to ensure power stability through the hurricane season. Abbott criticized CenterPoint for inadequate vegetation management and slow response times, and threatened to reconsider the size of the company's service area if issues persist.

via CNN|
#centerpoint-energy#greg-abbott#hurricane-beryl
Texas Gov. Abbott Pressures CenterPoint for Power Restoration Plan Post-Beryl
natural-disasters1 year ago

Texas Gov. Abbott Pressures CenterPoint for Power Restoration Plan Post-Beryl

Texas Governor Greg Abbott is demanding an investigation into CenterPoint Energy's slow response to restoring power after Hurricane Beryl left 350,000 homes and businesses in the Houston area without electricity. Despite restoring power to 1.9 million customers, the utility faces scrutiny over its preparedness and response. Abbott has given CenterPoint until the end of the month to outline plans to prevent future outages, including vegetation management and worker pre-staging. CenterPoint defended its actions, citing extensive storm damage and safety concerns.

via The Associated Press|
#centerpoint-energy#greg-abbott#hurricane-beryl
Gov. Abbott Demands Urgent Action from CenterPoint Amid Beryl Blackout Crisis
texas-news1 year ago

Gov. Abbott Demands Urgent Action from CenterPoint Amid Beryl Blackout Crisis

Governor Greg Abbott criticized CenterPoint Energy for its slow response to power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl and demanded a detailed plan to improve future reliability. He ordered an investigation into the utility's practices and warned of potential executive action if improvements are not made. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced upcoming Senate hearings to question CenterPoint's business practices. CenterPoint acknowledged customer frustrations and committed to restoring power and improving future responses.

via The Texas Tribune|
#centerpoint-energy#greg-abbott#hurricane-beryl
"OUCC Recommends Substantial Cut in CenterPoint's Proposed Rate Increase"
energy-regulation1 year ago

"OUCC Recommends Substantial Cut in CenterPoint's Proposed Rate Increase"

The Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor (OUCC) is recommending a significant reduction to CenterPoint Energy Indiana’s proposed $118.8 million (16%) base rate increase, suggesting an increase of $33.1 million (4.5%) instead. The recommendation follows testimonies from thirteen OUCC witnesses and extensive community engagement, with specific proposals to maintain customer service charges, decrease the utility’s authorized return on equity, and implement consumer protections. CenterPoint Energy's rebuttal testimony is due on Apr. 9, 2024, with a final order from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission expected in the fall.

via 14 News WFIE Evansville|
#centerpoint-energy#consumer-protection#energy-regulation
"Texas Struggles with Power Outages and Grid Reliability Amidst Storms and Heat Wave"
weather2 years ago

"Texas Struggles with Power Outages and Grid Reliability Amidst Storms and Heat Wave"

Power outages have been reported in the Houston area as storms move through, with most of the outages concentrated in the city of Houston. Several hundred customers are also without power in Fort Bend County. As of just before 10 p.m., a total of 20,022 customers are affected, according to the CenterPoint Energy outage map.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#centerpoint-energy#fort-bend-county#houston-area
Severe storms leave residents without power until Sunday.
local-news2 years ago

Severe storms leave residents without power until Sunday.

18,000 residents in north Harris County are still without power after severe storms hit Houston, with CenterPoint Energy warning that it could be Sunday before everyone's power is restored. The utility has over 350 crews working around the clock to repair complicated issues and significant damage caused by the storm. With triple-digit temperatures returning, CenterPoint is asking for customers' patience as they work to get as many homes back on as possible at a time. Residents are advised to visit their nearest cooling center if they do not have air conditioning.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#centerpoint-energy#heat-wave#houston
Severe Houston Storms Leave Residents Without Power for Days
weather2 years ago

Severe Houston Storms Leave Residents Without Power for Days

CenterPoint Energy customers in Spring, Texas, are expected to have their power fully restored by Sunday after a storm on June 21 caused extensive damage to the company's equipment and infrastructure. As hurricane season approaches, CenterPoint Energy has protocols in place to prevent damage and react quickly to outages. The company is also evaluating the deployment of mobile generation to restore power. In the meantime, customers without power are advised to follow local guidance on where to go to stay cool.

via KTRK-TV|
#centerpoint-energy#hurricane-preparedness#mobile-generation