1.6 Million Still Without Power in Texas After Hurricane Beryl

Published on July 10, 2024

More than 1.6 million people in southeast Texas are still without power two days after being hit by Hurricane Beryl and are suffering under the intense Texas heat. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued heat advisories for several southeast Texas counties as temperatures hovered in the 90s and the heat index reached 106 degrees Fahrenheit. While efforts to restore power are underway, downed trees and persistent flooding continue to hinder progress. On July 9, President Joe Biden approved Acting Texas Gov. Dan Patrick’s disaster declaration for Texas, which will provide federal funding and resources through FEMA. President Biden also addressed the intense heat....

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