Entergy Texas storm crews worked overnight to restore power to approximately 141,000 customers after heavy rain and strong winds from Hurricane Beryl caused widespread outages across Southeast Texas. As of 11 a.m., approximately 219,000 customers are without power.
Based on initial damage assessments, Entergy expects 50% of customers to be restored by the end of day Wednesday. Because restoration times are based on the severity of damage, it could take up to a week to restore power to customers in the hardest hit areas. The company expects to be able to provide more specific information regarding estimated restoration times Tuesday evening.
Weather impacts from Hurricane Beryl caused significant damage to Entergy Texas transmission lines and distribution equipment. Preliminary damage assessments to the distribution system in Texas show approximately 110 poles, 30 transformers and 450 spans of wire damaged or destroyed. Special equipment like helicopters, air boats, and high-water vehicles are being used to access hard to reach areas. A restoration workforce of more than 1,300 are in the field helping to restore service for customers affected by Hurricane Beryl.
Jasper Newton Electric reported the following outages in their service area.
Orange 199
Jasper 3877
Newton 1395
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