Posted on · Sixty-six people also died in Harris County alone, accounting for nearly one-third of the almost 200 deaths attributed to the storm, according to the report.
Posted on · When severe winter weather caused the state’s power grid to partially collapse, millions of Texans lost power for days. Those who suffered the most were among the most vulnerable populations, according to an analysis of the latest data from the Harris County Medical Examiners’ Office.
Posted on · The majority of the deaths are associated with hypothermia, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Posted on · Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner testified before a House Energy subcommittee on the grid’s failure during last month’s winter storm.
Posted on · People living in single-family homes will receive an automatic adjustment, while those in multi-family homes and commercial properties will need to apply.
Posted on · Nearly 80 people have died as a result of the storm and subsequent power failures, according to the Associated Press. Are natural and manmade disasters a part of living in Texas?
Posted on · Bill Magness, CEO of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, said widespread blackouts during last week’s winter storm were necessary to prevent grid failure.
Posted on · "Tragic does not even begin to describe" the suffering Texans endured, Abbott said Wednesday evening.
Posted on · As Greater Houston recovers from the Winter Freeze, master builder Matt Risinger offers guidance on DIY home repairs. We also learn about a new Houston Harris County Winter Storm Relief Fund.
Posted on · A cascading series of events could have left Texas in the dark for weeks — if not more.
Posted on · Demand for natural gas soared as residents with power used natural gas to keep homes warm and water heated.
Posted on · Customers say the retail electricity provider charged them exponentially higher rates during last week’s storm. Griddy says Public Utilities Commission to blame for soaring prices.
Posted on · Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee said operators should have been prepared after 2011’s hard freeze that exposed weaknesses in Texas’ electrical grid system.
Posted on · Five board members, including the chair, who do not live in Texas will resign. A candidate for another position on the board has withdrawn his application. The vacancies will not immediately be filled.
Posted on · First Lady Jill Biden will also make the trip.