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Could Texas see power shortages this winter? – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

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7 months ago

November 24, 2023

www.nbcdfw.com – Philip Jankowski – 2023-11-24 13:00:58

SUMMARY: ERCOT is warning that Texas could face widespread power outages if severe winter weather hits, similar to last year's storm that caused freezing temperatures for several days. The organization tried to increase power reserves by reactivating natural gas and coal plants, but received few offers and had to cancel the program. There is a 14.4% chance of controlled outages if a severe storm occurs, rising to 16.8% in January. The highest risk time is 8 a.m. due to increased electricity use and low temperatures. However, actual blackout chances are lower in less extreme scenarios. This highlights the potential for more outages if Texas faces another severe winter storm.

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Fourth of July 2024: What stores and restaurants are open and closed

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19 mins ago

July 2, 2024

Staff Editor

abc13.com – KTRK – 2024-07-02 09:58:02

SUMMARY: ABC Digital Team’s article outlines essential details for the Fourth of July. The piece covers which restaurants and retail stores will be open or closed on the holiday, with notable mentions including Applebee’s, McDonald’s, Target, and Walmart. It also highlights potential reduced hours for some stores like Aldi and CVS. Additionally, FedEx and UPS will have limited services, while USPS will be closed. The article includes a related link explaining the history of celebrating July 4th with fireworks and provides planning tips for those looking to travel or shop on Independence Day.

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Person in custody following SWAT call in Cedar Park

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2 hours ago

July 2, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Abigail Jones – 2024-07-02 08:12:59

SUMMARY: A person was taken into custody following a SWAT response in Cedar Park, Texas, on Tuesday morning. This led to a shelter-in-place order for neighbors, which lasted several hours. The Cedar Park Police Department reported at 7:48 a.m. about a “barricaded subject” at Cedar Park Townhomes on Cypress Creek Boulevard. By 9:15 a.m., police confirmed the situation was resolved, the subject was in custody, and the shelter-in-place order was lifted. The incident began around 5:20 a.m. with Central Texas SWAT negotiators called to assist.

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I-10 westbound from Beaumont to Houston reopens day after large crack prompted closure at Washington Boulevard

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3 hours ago

July 2, 2024

Staff Editor

abc13.com – KTRK – 2024-07-02 07:43:04

SUMMARY: In Beaumont, Texas, I-10 westbound at Washington Boulevard has reopened following a significant crack that caused traffic disruptions. TxDOT announced on social media that emergency repairs were underway on Monday morning. Drivers were advised to seek alternate routes and anticipate delays as traffic was diverted off the main lanes at Washington Boulevard. Nearly 24 hours after the closure, the westbound lanes reopened. ABC13 offers real-time traffic data to help navigate Houston’s roads and suggests signing up for traffic alerts via their app, where users can manage notifications and zoom in on specific roads for detailed information.

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