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Power Outages in Houston Lead to Deadly Heatwave After Hurricane Beryl

Prolonged power outages leave vulnerable residents struggling to survive extreme heat in the aftermath of the storm.

  • At least 23 deaths in Texas are linked to Hurricane Beryl, with heat-related fatalities rising due to extended power outages.
  • Houston-area residents, especially the elderly and disabled, faced severe conditions without electricity for over a week.
  • CenterPoint Energy faces scrutiny for its response and preparedness, with both state officials and residents demanding accountability.
  • Many residents resorted to sleeping in cars or seeking refuge in hotels and cooling centers as they awaited power restoration.
  • The death toll is expected to rise as authorities continue to assess the full impact of the storm and resulting power outages.
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