Beryl Brings More High Winds, Heavy Rain To Houston, Knocks Out Power For 2 Million https://trib.al/z4EXOHl
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#UnitedStates: A #derecho (a widespread, long-lived windstorm) generated hurricane-force winds and significant damage across eastern Texas on May 16, notably Harris County. Maximum wind gusts in #Houston and surrounding communities were estimated to have peaked near 90 to 100 mph. The storm unfortunately resulted in seven confirmed fatalities in Texas and left over one million customers without electricity. More than 140,000 remained without power by May 21. High winds damaged numerous residential and commercial properties, and were powerful enough to blow-out windows from skyscrapers, collapse roofs, and down transmission towers. Further notable severe weather impacts were reported in southern Louisiana, southern Alabama, and Florida This event showed the magnitude of damage non-tornadic thunderstorm winds can generate, particularly when they impact a densely populated and highly exposed area (such as the Houston metro). And it continued a exceedingly active period for US severe storm losses that began in late-April. Overall, May, June, and July are the peak months for annual derecho activity in the country. The map(s) below show an hourly radar composite that depicts a clipped progression of the primary severe storm complex that impacted eastern Texas and the Southeast between May 16-17 (top), in addition to preliminary filtered severe weather reports from the derecho & other convective activity (bottom).
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Energy codes are life safety codes. Keep the real world impacts of energy efficiency in mind when some people argue we should be rolling back requirements.
A year ago three national labs found that current energy codes could reduce deaths by 80 percent in Houston, TX where extreme heat was coupled with an extended disaster-induced power outage. Four days post Hurricane Beryl and a million homes in the Houston area are still without power. Building energy codes are life safety codes -- being able to shelter in place safely following a power outage coupled with extreme heat or cold has to be a consideration for building officials and the emergency management community. More on the tri-lab report is here: https://lnkd.in/dSwxrtwv #buildingcodes Rick Bluntzer Christopher Perry https://lnkd.in/ea8DkuaP
Hurricanes followed by extreme heat form an insidious combo
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- The U.S. is experiencing an upsurge in billion-dollar thunderstorms, with Houston facing gobs of recovery costs. - Hail damage is a significant factor, contributing to over $20 billion in insured storm damage losses annually for the past nine years. - Last year set a record with 28 billion-dollar disasters, 19 of which were thunderstorms. #BillionDollarDisasters #StormRecovery #InsuranceCosts #HailDamage #WeatherImpact #SustainableGrowth #RiskManagement
The surprising reasons thunderstorms are more destructive than ever
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Earlier this year, a decayed utility pole fell during high winds in the Panhandle, causing power lines to ignite the largest wildfire in Texas history, burning over one million acres and killing two people. More recently, Hurricane Beryl's relatively weak winds caused significant damage in Houston, leaving over two million households without power. In the extreme heat that followed, at least three people died from heat exposure, and many were without air-conditioning for a week, prompting the opening of a temporary hospital due to a surge in patients. The main issue has been an overreliance on crisis response rather than prevention. By shifting the focus from crisis response to preventive actions, the resilience of the electrical grid can be significantly improved, reducing the likelihood of failures during severe weather events.
Our Electrical Lines and Poles Couldn’t Withstand Beryl. So What’s Going to Happen When We’re Hit by a Bigger Storm?
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Sage advice on the lifesaving role of #codeadoption and #codeenforcement to #savelives in #extremeheat conditions. I write this as I meet on #fire response in the for STTL clients in the American Southwest.
A year ago three national labs found that current energy codes could reduce deaths by 80 percent in Houston, TX where extreme heat was coupled with an extended disaster-induced power outage. Four days post Hurricane Beryl and a million homes in the Houston area are still without power. Building energy codes are life safety codes -- being able to shelter in place safely following a power outage coupled with extreme heat or cold has to be a consideration for building officials and the emergency management community. More on the tri-lab report is here: https://lnkd.in/dSwxrtwv #buildingcodes Rick Bluntzer Christopher Perry https://lnkd.in/ea8DkuaP
Hurricanes followed by extreme heat form an insidious combo
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Centerpoint claims restoration of electricity from the aftermath of the recent hurricane has been more efficient compared to times after other storms. But reports claim just the opposite. What data actually show is Houston's power restoration after #HurricaneBeryl is lagging behind the pace set after #HurricaneIke back in 2008. While Ike knocked out power to 2.1 million #CenterPoint customers, Beryl affected 2.7 million. Four days after Beryl, over 1 million customers remain without power. In contrast, CenterPoint restored power to 1.11 million customers within 5 days after Ike. The slower recovery from Beryl is frustrating residents and raising questions about grid resilience. #CenterPointEnergy cites extensive damage from Beryl's high winds as a factor in the delays. However, some argue more could have been done to harden infrastructure since Ike. As Houston swelters in summer heat, the extended outages are creating dangerous conditions. CenterPoint estimates restoring power to all customers could take over a week. This timeline is concerning many who remember faster recoveries from past storms. The comparison highlights the need to accelerate grid upgrades and storm preparedness efforts in Houston. With climate change intensifying hurricanes, the city must adapt its infrastructure to handle increasingly severe weather events. #HoustonStrong #stormrecovery #hurricanerecovery
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This year’s spring storms were tougher than those that have hit North Texas in recent years. However, even if you didn't get huge hail pounding on your roof it doesn't mean smaller-sized hail and wind hasn't done real damage, especially if multiple storms hit your neighborhood. And with it being a HOT Texas summer, the extreme heat could further compromise your roof. If you need your roof inspected for unseen damage, give Dobson Contractors Inc./ Dobson Roofing a call today at 972-205-9415. #roofers #roofingcompany #roofingcontractor #roofingexperts #roofinspection #localroofingcontractor #roofing
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Hurricane Beryl blew through Texas. Many people are without food and no way to cook, and the summer Heat is also getting to some people. I know they are trying to restore it as fast as possible, but in the end, people are suffering. I do not know about Texas electrical problems. I believe some people tried to force them to connect to California, but I am unsure of the details. This is also one reason why everyone should not be forced to have an electric car. #texas #electric #money #cleanenergy #weather #business https://lnkd.in/ehAEbxyM ow rpoint-energy-power-outages-threats-hurricane-beryl
Frustration mounts into threats for Texas power crews as 1 million still in dark after Beryl
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Summer is here, and while that means fun in the sun, it can also raise the threat for dangerous storms. Severe storms can produce significant wind, hail, rain and lightning, which may lead to property damage, power outages and flooding. Our latest press release offers essential storm safety tips to help South Jersey Gas and Elizabethtown Gas customers prepare for the possibility of severe summer storms and hurricanes. These tips outline what to do before, during and after storms to stay safe. Read the press release here: https://bit.ly/3McpQOO
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Deadly Storm Hits Southern California: Seven Dead, Hundreds of Mudslides Reported A historic storm wreaked havoc in southern California, unleashing unprecedented downpours and causing over 475 landslides in the Los Angeles area alone. The deluge, one of the wettest in the region's history, resulted in the loss of at least seven lives and downed over 400 trees across the city. While the weather began to relent, evacuation orders remained in place amid warnings of continued threats from collapsing hillsides. In the aftermath of the storm, residents grappled with the daunting task of clearing mud and debris from their homes. Many faced substantial property damage, with some homes completely engulfed by mudslides. Efforts to restore normalcy were complicated by widespread power outages and road closures, leaving thousands without electricity and stranding motorists in fast-flowing creeks and rivers. Moreover, eroding cliffs forced evacuations in Isla Vista, underscoring the persistent dangers posed by the inclement weather. As the region grapples with the aftermath, communities remain vigilant as warnings of continued inclement weather persist. #California #Storm #Mudslides #Floods #DisasterResponse #EmergencyPreparedness
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