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Oklahoma sues natural gas companies over price spikes during 2021 winter storm
Read full article: Oklahoma sues natural gas companies over price spikes during 2021 winter stormOklahoma's attorney general is suing two Texas-based natural gas companies over soaring prices during Winter Storm Uri in 2021.
For many Central Texans, latest bout of cold weather and outages reopens old wounds
Read full article: For many Central Texans, latest bout of cold weather and outages reopens old woundsSevere weather this week is confronting Texans with old problems and stirring up memories of previous crises. Experts say this can be a detriment to mental health.
Texas hard freeze versus Storm Uri: 3 ways the weather ahead can’t compare to February 2021
Read full article: Texas hard freeze versus Storm Uri: 3 ways the weather ahead can’t compare to February 2021Local officials have repeated in recent days that the Texas freeze will not compare to the deadly and devastating Winter Storm Uri in in February 2021.
Texans should prepare for “life-threatening” wind chills, but officials remain confident in power grid
Read full article: Texans should prepare for “life-threatening” wind chills, but officials remain confident in power gridGov. Greg Abbott and other leaders say Texans should protect their homes and vehicles as large portions of the state will experience dangerously cold temperatures.
🔒 The 2021 winter freeze: When the power went out, these everyday Houston-area heroes offered hope, help
Read full article: 🔒 The 2021 winter freeze: When the power went out, these everyday Houston-area heroes offered hope, helpIn February 2021, a brutal winter storm battered the state, overwhelming its power grids and forcing millions of Texans to scavenge for the basic elements for survival — food, water, and shelter from record cold.
Houston one year after the freeze: How is the 2021 winter storm still affecting you?
Read full article: Houston one year after the freeze: How is the 2021 winter storm still affecting you?In February 2021, a brutal winter storm battered the state, overwhelming its power grids and forcing millions of Texans to scavenge for the basic elements for survival — food, water and shelter from record cold.
The year in good news: 8 heartwarming Houston stories that made us smile in 2021
Read full article: The year in good news: 8 heartwarming Houston stories that made us smile in 2021Here, we take a look back at some of the feel-good Houston-area stories that came out of this particular calendar year, the news that did our hearts good, the joyful tales so sweet they made us smile from ear to ear, the acts of kindness so inspiring they warmed our hearts and made us shed a tear -- or several.
What’s in store for Texas this winter? Will the state experience another ice storm? Here’s what the Farmers’ Almanac says
Read full article: What’s in store for Texas this winter? Will the state experience another ice storm? Here’s what the Farmers’ Almanac saysWhat’s in store for Texas this winter? Will the state experience another snow storm?
Harris County Pct. 4 offering FEMA application assistance to those affected by winter storm
Read full article: Harris County Pct. 4 offering FEMA application assistance to those affected by winter stormHarris County Precinct 4 will offer Federal Emergency Management Agency application assistance this week to those affected by Winter Storm Uri.
Microgrids offer alternative power in Texas
Read full article: Microgrids offer alternative power in TexasAdThose 59 orders left millions of Houstonians without power for days. “I produce enough power to power my house and keep (it) going,” he said. His solar-and-battery home produced so much power, he was able to send it back to his power company’s grid and help power other homes. Ad“I was reaching out to all the people I know, and invited them over.”Boneno also said his solar panels also offer him a big savings on his power bill. Sunnova serves residential customers and has partners who make solar panels, batteries and other electronic pieces to control the power.
Hundreds of bats found dead under overpasses across Texas following winter storm
Read full article: Hundreds of bats found dead under overpasses across Texas following winter stormFollowing freezing temperatures experienced across Texas last week, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is receiving several reports of bat fatalities. Sharing an update on its Facebook page, the state agency warns Texans never to attempt to handle bats, dead or alive, as many colonies are being found frozen under overpasses throughout the state. According to the Houston Zoo’s bat specialist and naturalist Suzanne Jurek, Winter Storm Uri largely impacted bats as they had already used most of their fat reserves, leaving them vulnerable. Texas Parks and Wildlife is recording wildlife mortalities due to Winter Storm Uri. To help, the department says Texans can report their findings of dead bats to the iNaturalist project.
Are you having cell phone connection issues on top of everything else?
Read full article: Are you having cell phone connection issues on top of everything else?Houston – While widespread power and water issues continue, we’re hearing from some people that cell phone service is also a problem and it’s not just because we don’t have power to keep them charged. KPRC 2 reached out to multiple cell phone providers to find out if they’re having any problems and if so, what is causing the issues and what they’re doing to restore service. We have generators supporting numerous cell sites and teams in the field refueling these generators as needed. After Winter Storm Uri brought harsh conditions to the US, we are extending relief to AT&T Wireless and AT&T PREPAID customers impacted by the storm. However the majority of Verizon customers should expect minimal service interruptions thanks to overlapping coverage (service from nearby cell sites.)