The Brief
- CenterPoint Energy activated its Emergency Operations Center in preparation for the incoming several days of heavy rain and storms in the Houston-area.
- The severe weather conditions could cause potential impacts on CenterPoint’s electric and gas services.
- Storms are expected to develop Tuesday night into Wednesday morning with teams ready to respond and monitoring forecasts.
HOUSTON – CenterPoint Energy is making preparations for the upcoming several days of heavy rain and storms in the Houston-area.
Their Emergency Operations Center has been activated as they monitor and prepare for the possibility of severe thunderstorms. They will keep an eye on evolving conditions and CenterPoint says they will coordinate with local officials.
CenterPoint preparing for severe weather
The severe weather conditions could cause potential impacts on CenterPoint’s electric and gas services.
According to the company, the storms could bring heavy rain, isolated minor flooding, small hail, frequent lightning, and the potential for wind gusts between 45 and 55 mph to the company’s service territory.…