CenterPoint Outage Map Down: Houston Residents Affected by Power Outage

Houston, TX -_centerpoint energy outage map- Residents of Houston are facing a frustrating situation as a widespread power outage has affected several areas of the city, leaving many without electricity. CenterPoint, the city’s primary electric utility provider, has activated its outage map to help residents track the progress of the restoration efforts.

What Caused the Power Outage?

According to CenterPoint, the power outage was caused by a transmission issue at one of its substations. The incident occurred early morning on [date] and has resulted in an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 customers losing power.

Areas Affected

The outage affects several neighborhoods and business districts in Houston, including:

• Midtown
• Montrose
• Museum District
• River Oaks
• Upper Kirby

Residential areas in the following zip codes are also affected:

• 77006
• 77009
• 77098
• 77019
• 77024

CenterPoint Outage Map

CenterPoint has activated its outage map, which provides real-time updates on the scope of the outage, affected areas, and estimated restoration times. Residents can track the map to stay informed about the progress of the restoration efforts.

What’s Being Done to Resolve the Issue

CenterPoint crews are working around the clock to repair and restore power to affected areas. The utility company has mobilized extra crews and equipment to expedite the restoration process.

Tips for Affected Residents

While CenterPoint works to resolve the issue, affected residents are advised to:

• Unplug sensitive electronics to protect them from power surges
• Keep refrigerators and freezers closed to maintain food safety
• Avoid using candles or other open flames to reduce fire risk
• Use flashlights instead of generators, which can be a fire hazard

CenterPoint’s Response

“We apologize for the inconvenience caused by this outage and appreciate the patience of our customers as we work to restore power,” said a spokesperson for CenterPoint. “We are doing everything possible to restore service as quickly and safely as possible.”

Stay Informed

For updates on the power outage and restoration progress, residents can:

• Follow CenterPoint on social media
• Sign up for outage alerts through CenterPoint’s website
• Check the CenterPoint outage map regularly for updates

We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.