CenterPoint Energy has been closely monitoring weather forecasts and preparing for potential impacts from a Gulf of Mexico tropical system (Invest 91L), which has the potential to make landfall on the Texas coast in the coming days. Greater clarity on the weather situation is expected from the National Hurricane Center in the next days. Here is what CenterPoint wants residents in the area to know:
- CenterPoint has been monitoring tropical developments and preparing this weekend
- Company is in the process of securing work sites, preparing crews and equipment, and securing additional frontline resources from mutual assistance companies
- Company’s new and improved outage tracker is live with greater functionality
- Customers in the Greater Houston area, including those who depend on electricity for life-sustaining equipment, are encouraged to begin their planning and preparations as soon as possible
For safety tips, visit CenterPoint Storm Center.
With Tropical Cyclone Number Six expected to become Hurricane Francine, there’s a possibility it will make landfall between High Island and Lake Charles on Wednesday evening. The National Weather Service forecasts 1-3 inches of rain for Houston, which should be manageable for our city’s stormwater systems.
The City of Houston has been activated since Friday, preparing for potential hurricane impacts. Key actions include:
- Emergency Management is at level three, with alerts sent to residents.
- Public Works vehicles are being modified for high-water rescues as a last resort.
- CenterPoint is preparing for potential power outages, and crews are clearing debris from ditches to prevent flooding.
City departments, including police, fire, solid waste, and emergency services, are on standby to respond if needed.
As we receive more information, we’ll be sure to share it with you. |
