Massive winter storm prompts disaster declaration and could stress Texas' electric grid

Megan Menchaca and Mitchell Ferman | The Texas Tribune
Posted 2/14/21

Gov. Greg Abbott urged Texans to stay alert as the National Weather Service issued winter storm warnings or watches for most of the state. Experts fear that electricity demand during the frigid temperatures could cause power outages.

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