More than 100,000 Austin Energy customers didn't have electricity as the sun set Friday. They're filling beds with stuffed animals to keep warm, putting in contacts by candlelight and storing groceries in coolers.
Making an official disaster declaration can help the local governments access funds from FEMA for recovery efforts. It will also allow for additional state support.
As Austinities are trying to stay warm, they're also trying to keep their food cold. Here's how to properly store your food during a power outage and assess whether it's safe to eat.
Durante la tormenta invernal y falta de electricidad, la Ciudad de Austin ha estado bajo críticas por falta de suficiente comunicación. El alcalde Kirk Watson empezó la conferencia de prensa el Viernes pidiendo disculpas.
The city has experienced ice storms in the past, but this week's wrecked local power lines like never before. Austin's tree-trimming policy and climate change played a big role.
Throughout the winter storm and power outages, the City of Austin has come under fire for a lack of sufficient communication. Mayor Kirk Watson began Friday morning's press conference by apologizing.
Austin Water has called for three citywide boil-water notices in the last five years. Officials say customers shouldn't expect that after this week's freeze.
Originalmente, el Austin Energy dijo que la falta de energía duraría de 12 a 24 horas, pero ahora dicen que puede que no sea resuelto hasta el viernes por la noche. Los equipos de reparación han sido retrasados por carreteras cubiertas de…
El tiempo helado ha derribado árboles y ramas en los barrios de Austin esta semana. Si han causado daños a tu propiedad, es posible que desees considerar la presentación de una reclamación al seguro.
As of Friday morning, more than 120,000 Austin Energy customers are still without power. The utility no longer has an estimate for when power will return.
Originally, Austin Energy said outages would last 12 to 24 hours, but now the utility says it doesn't have an estimate for when everything will be resolved.
Icy weather conditions have downed trees and branches in neighborhoods around Austin. If they’ve caused damage to your property, you may want to consider filing an insurance claim.
Travis County saw a spike in the number of fatal overdoses last year. Frankie Rae works with a group pushing for “harm reduction.” But these strategies can be controversial, and in some cases, illegal.
The City of Austin and Texas Department of Transportation are urging Central Texans to stay off the roads. But if you have to drive, these tips can help.
Líneas eléctricas que y las condiciones heladas han resultado en falta de electricidad para miles de clientes en la área de Austin. No se han reportado problemas estatales con la red eléctrica.
This month's Get Involved spotlight nonprofit is Austin Pets Alive!, which works to give every shelter animal — in Central Texas and beyond — a chance at the life they deserve.
Preventing the use of physical restraints on young children and raising attendant pay are among the goals for disability groups during this legislative session.