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LIVE: ERCOT power grid conditions, local outages as winter storm approaches
ERCOT's CEO told WFAA there is plenty of power to meet the demands of Texans this week. We will track any power outages and grid conditions live here.
Texas' power operator ERCOT, facing the first grid test of winter, sees no energy emergency
Texas power grid operator ERCOT is facing its first test of the winter season as the state headed into a deep cold snap expected to last until Friday. The power grid agency issued a weather advisory that went into effect Monday,
See Texas power outage maps as 2025 winter storm slams state with freezing weather
While ERCOT said it is prepared for the storm, there could be local outages in various counties. See maps of power outages across Texas.
Texas power grid ready for upcoming winter storm, ERCOT says
ERCOT remains confident the Texas power grid will withstand the upcoming winter storm. North Texas is under a winter storm watch late Wednesday night through Friday afternoon.
Texans brace for winter storm; ERCOT weather watch and TxDOT road cams available
The first winter storm of 2025 is approaching.Since the deadly snowstorm in 2021 when the power grid failed, Texans often worry about it happening again each ti
ERCOT issues weather watch ahead of freezing weather conditions across Texas
ERCOT, the electrical grid operator for most of Texas, issued a weather watch Sunday evening ahead of a blast of bitterly cold air expected to grip a
ERCOT issues Weather Watch as freezing temperatures drive surging power demand in Texas
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued a Weather Watch over the next five days, as cold temperatures are anticipated across the state.
Texas power grid conditions continue to meet demand
ERCOT is under a continued Weather Watch until Friday.
ERCOT issues weather watch for North Texas Monday through Friday
ERCOT issued a weather watch for Monday through Friday due to forecasted cold weather across the region combined with high ...
What ERCOT says to set thermostat to during winter — 8 simple ways to keep your home warm
Whether you're facing a temporary cold snap or preparing for extended chilly days, here are simple ways to keep warm without cranking up the heat.
January 2025 Texas winter storm updates
An ERCOT weather advisory indicates a significant storm is approaching, and Texans may experience extreme winter conditions that could impact their power supply. This winter storm is expected to bring ...
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Snow is coming to West Texas. ERCOT says to conserve electricity
ERCOT issues a weather watch and urges Texans to conserve electricity during peak demand as a cold snap increases energy use.
ERCOT issues weather watch as arctic blast brings freezing temperatures to Texas
According to ERCOT's supply and demand, Texas is projected to use more than 60,000 megawatts by the end of Monday.
Texas Grid Needs Connectivity And Weatherproofing
The Texas power grid, 90 percent of which is managed by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), is unique in the ...
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ERCOT urges energy conservation as Arctic cold front chills Texas
The Arctic cold front swept through Texas on Sunday, dropping temperatures throughout the entire state on Jan. 6. The ...
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Texas has a housing affordability crisis. Here’s how state lawmakers may tackle it in 2025.
After enacting more than $12 billion in property tax cuts in 2023, tax-cut hawks in the Legislature have eyed the state’s ...