Severe Weather Causes Power Outages Across Houston
Power outages are impacting thousands of customers across the Houston area after severe weather moved through the region. As of 9 a.m., over 77,000 customers are without power, with Centerpoint reporting 65,826 customers affected and Entergy reporting 11,928 customers affected.
Current Outage Numbers
The numbers are subject to change as crews work to restore power. Here are the latest outage numbers:
- Centerpoint: 65,826 customers without power
- Entergy: 11,928 customers without power
Reporting Outages and Staying Safe
If you see a downed power line, stay away from it and contact Centerpoint or Entergy. To check the status of your area, you can visit the Centerpoint or Entergy website. You can also sign up for Power Alert Service to get outage updates and restoration times.
Centerpoint Restoration Update
Centerpoint has shared an update on the restoration efforts. A wave of severe storms moved through the Greater Houston area early Saturday morning, causing power outages for approximately 169,000 customers. Crews are working to restore power, with over 30,000 customers already restored as of 7:30 a.m. Centerpoint will provide ongoing restoration updates throughout the day.
Restoration Efforts
Centerpoint’s enhanced storm response includes:
- Large repair crews focused on major restoration work
- Rapid response teams assessing damage and performing immediate repairs
- Specialized underground crews addressing outages involving underground cables and equipment
- Vegetation management teams clearing fallen trees and debris to ensure safe restoration
- Material support staff providing crews with the equipment and supplies needed to expedite repairs
What Customers Should Do
- Sign up for Power Alert Service to get outage updates and restoration times
- Track outages using the Outage Tracker on the Centerpoint website
- Stay safe by visiting CenterPointEnergy.com/ActionCenter and Ready.gov for storm safety tips
- Follow Centerpoint on social media for real-time updates
Conclusion
The severe weather has caused significant power outages across the Houston area, but crews are working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible. Customers can stay informed about outages and restoration efforts by visiting the Centerpoint or Entergy website and signing up for Power Alert Service. By staying safe and following the latest updates, customers can weather the storm and get back to normal as soon as possible.
