Hundreds of thousands of Austin residents faced power outages, extreme cold and water issues following one of the worst winter storms on record to hit Central Texas. Here's how to help and get help in the Austin area.
The Daily Texan is tracking press briefings held by city and state officials here as the winter storm and power outages continue. To view past coverage of resources available at and around UT, please click here.
How to help and get help as the winter storm causes power outages across Texas
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Bethany Fischer, right, rests her head on the shoulder of her husband Nic, while staying at a church warming center Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021, in Houston. The couple, who lost power at their home on Monday, are part of the more than 4 million people in Texas who still had no power a full day after historic snowfall and single-digit temperatures created a surge of demand for electricity to warm up homes unaccustomed to such extreme lows, buckling the state s power grid and causing widespread blackouts. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) (Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)
Austin-area warming centers open amid unprecedented winter weather
Austin-area warming centers open amid unprecedented winter weather The list of warming centers is growing.
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UPDATE: More warming centers are opening in Austin and the surrounding areas as of Wednesday, February 17. This story has been updated to include the new centers and reflects any changes to the original list. - Amid continuing power outages across the Austin area and a scarcity of hotel rooms, several warming centers have opened to help residents cope with the frigid weather. The Palmer Events Center, at 900 Barton Springs Rd., remains Austin’s primary warming center. Other warming centers in the Austin area include:
How to help and get help in Texas as the winter storm causes power outages
Megan Menchaca, The Texas Tribune
Feb. 17, 2021
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Linda Hollins checks on her friend Velma Williams during a power outage in Third Ward Monday, Feb. 15, 2021, in Houston.Steve Gonzales/Staff photographer
City officials, local outreach teams and other organizations are providing warming shelters and support for people seeking help. Many nonprofit organizations are also asking for donations so they can help people experiencing homelessness or those who are in need of support. Here’s a list of the resources being offered in cities across the state.