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Texplainer: Why does Texas have its own power grid?

Basically, Texas has its own grid to avoid dealing with — you guessed it — the feds. But grid independence has been violated a few times over the years — not even counting Mexico's help during blackouts in 2011.

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Texas' Power Grid Was 4 Minutes And 37 Seconds Away From Collapsing. Here's How It Happened.

We've heard Texas’ power grid came close to total failure the morning of Feb. 15, but not exactly how close.

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We’re all supposed to be survivalists now

But when it comes to disasters like the Texas freeze, it can feel impossible to prepare.

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State Senator asking Texans to take winter storm survey by 5pm Tue. before ERCOT hearing

A state senator is asking for your help as lawmakers work to figure out what caused the state's power grid to fail last week leading to massive power outages. State Senator Jose Menendez is asking people to fill out a quick survey before 5 p. m. Tuesday. CLICK HERE to take the survey. An example of some of the questions are below. Which of the following issues did you experience during the Winter Storm 2021? (Select all that apply).

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'None of this is normal': For health care workers, Texas storm just the latest bit of chaos

Across the region, nurses and doctors similarly juggled their own problems at home while...

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In Contrast to 'Useless Republican Leaders,' AOC Helps Raise $2 Million in Direct Relief for Texans in Crisis

"AOC helped raise $1 million for Texas relief as Ted Cruz made his way back home from Cancún."

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10 million Texans still under boil water notice and many are without water

Water main breaks, burst pipes and empty shelves are causing problems statewide.

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Identify Areas No Longer Under the Boil Water Notice Using the Map Below in Central Austin

FMI: https://www.austintexas.gov/page/boil-water-notice-and-faqs

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Boil Water Notice Remains in Effect for all other Austin Water Customers

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Winter weather: H-E-B store operations real-time updates - H-E-B Newsroom

(Updated at 6:45 p.m. on Sunday, 2/21) Store hours listed below. At H-E-B, our top priority is taking care of Texas, and we are committed to help our fellow Texans in any situation our company and communities might face. While the severe weather briefly interrupted the food supply chain, our stores remain open and...

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Price gouging is illegal, and the Office of the Attorney General has authority to prosecute any business that engages in price gouging after a disaster has been declared by the governor or president. The attorney general has issued stern warnings about price gouging to businesses in times of disaster, but you should still be on your guard.

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These Austin restaurants, businesses are serving free meals this week

Austin businesses are working to get food to people who need it, as a battered city continues to face widespread power outages and below-freezing temps.

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Dwindling food, flooded halls, unflushable toilets: Texas’ university dorms descend into chaos during winter storm

The past week of power outages and water shortages have been particularly challenging for college students living in large residence halls who are unable to see their families or access supplies like extra clothing, food or a car.

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How to Help Texans Recover From the Winter Disaster

These organizations could really use your time or money.

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Texas Mutual Aid List for Polar Vortex & Beyond 2021

Sheet1 PLEASE EMAIL [email protected] to add suggestions or edits to worksheet! Please make sure organization suggestions are active. Active, meaning they were active on social media accounts and/or websites. Thanks. Organization,City,Instagram or FB handle,Donation links,Website/Info links...