On Tuesday, a powerful line of thunderstorms swept through the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, causing widespread damage and leaving thousands of residents without power. The storms, which brought hurricane-force wind gusts and heavy rain, led to significant disruptions across the region.
As of this morning, more than 77,000 Oncor customers remain without power. The severe weather, which included wind gusts of up to 75 mph, downed trees and power lines, causing extensive outages.
Oncor crews have been working tirelessly to restore power, but the damage is extensive, and there is no specific time estimate for when all power will be restored. The storms also prompted a Tornado Watch for the area, adding to the challenges faced by residents and emergency responders.
The National Weather Service has warned that strong winds will continue throughout the day, potentially leading to more outages and further complicating restoration efforts. Residents are advised to stay safe and avoid downed power lines, as they may still be energized.
For those affected by the outages, Oncor has provided resources and tips for staying safe and reporting outages. The company emphasizes the importance of staying away from downed power lines and calling 911 immediately if one is spotted.
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