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June 14, 2021 NEWS RELEASE Grid operator requests energy conservation AUSTIN, TX, June 14, 2021 – The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is asking Texans to reduce electric use as much as possible today through Friday, June 18. A significant number of forced generation outages combined with potential record electric use for the month of June has resulted in … [Read more...] about Tight Grid Conditions Expected Due To High Number Of Forced Generation Outages

Disasters can happen anywhere and at any time. Make sure you and your family are ready.   … [Read more...] about Download The Emergency Guides HERE

One of the biggest dangers at the beach is rip currents but you can keep your family safe by taking a few safety precautions. Before going in to the water: Know how to swim Never swim alone Heed all beach flag warnings If in doubt, don’t go out If you get caught in a rip current: Don’t fight the current Swim out of the current, then to shore … [Read more...] about Rip Currents

Galveston County Road and Bridge crews were out clearing culverts during the rainy weather earlier this week. Hurricane season officially begins next week. Now is the time to be checking the culverts and ditches around your property to ensure there are no blockages. If you would like to report an issue with a county road or adjacent drainage, you can call the Road and … [Read more...] about Galveston County Road and Bridge Crews Were Out Clearing Culverts During The Rainy Weather Earlier This Week.

The following will ensure homes and yards are ready for hurricane season: Cut back all trees and weak branches that could make contact with structures and cause damage. Thin out foliage and trees so wind can pass through branches, decreasing the chance that trees and plants will be uprooted. Clear your yard of any items that could become projectiles in high … [Read more...] about BACLIFF Heavy Trash Day Event: 5/21 & 5/22