Houston: Massive Power Outage Leaves Thousands without Power

Houston: Massive Power Outage Leaves Thousands in DarknessHouston: Massive Power Outage Leaves Thousands in Darkness A major power outage has plunged large swaths of Houston into darkness, leaving thousands of residents without electricity. The outage began at approximately 9:00 pm CDT on July 8th and has affected an estimated 50,000 customers. According to CenterPoint Energy, the utility company responsible for power distribution in Houston, the outage was caused by a “technical issue” at one of its substations. Crews are currently working to identify the exact cause of the outage and restore power as quickly as possible. Affected areas include the following neighborhoods: * Downtown * Midtown * Uptown * Montrose * East End Residents in these areas are experiencing widespread power outages, including at homes, businesses, and traffic signals. Traffic flow has been disrupted, and some businesses have been forced to close. Emergency services are responding to calls throughout the affected areas. Hospitals and other essential facilities are operating on backup generators and have not been impacted by the outage. CenterPoint Energy has deployed crews to affected areas and is working to restore power as quickly as possible. However, it is unclear at this time when power will be fully restored. Residents are urged to stay informed and be prepared for extended outages. This includes having flashlights, batteries, water, and non-perishable food on hand. They should also check on elderly neighbors or family members who may be affected by the outage. The cause of the technical issue is still under investigation, and CenterPoint Energy has not provided a timeline for when power will be restored. The company is urging residents to stay updated on its website and social media channels for the latest information.