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Electricity returns to El Cenizo, parts of Rio Bravo as struggles remain
Feb. 19, 2021
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Rio Bravo food donations are prepared for those in need.Courtesy /City of Rio BravoShow MoreShow Less
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Former El Cenizo City Commissioner Maximiliano Zapata provides a food donation to a local citizen.Courtesy /Maximiliano ZapataShow MoreShow Less
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Members of El Cenizo’s food distribution program are pictured.Courtesy /City of El CenizoShow MoreShow Less
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It was Day 4 for parts of El Cenizo and Rio Bravo as residents were finally able to see light once again in their homes.
“The moment it came back on it was just a rush of joy,” said local Ricardo Cruz. “I never will ever take for granted electricity and water ever again, as there are basic necessities that we use every day but rarely get to appreciate. Just taking a shower is a blessing.”
AEP Texas answers questions regarding power restoration
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and last updated 2021-02-17 18:39:14-05
The cold weather the past few days has resulted in major electrical blackouts causing issues statewide.
While AEP Texas understands the concerns of Texans, they have said they are just waiting for permission from the Electrical Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) to begin full restoration of power.
In the meantime, theyâve provided some answers to some widely circulated questions. See their answers below. (Questions and answers have been summarized for clarity. For AEP Texasâ full statements, click
How did these mass power outages happen?
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