Texans worry power grid can’t withstand extreme heat after previous catastrophic failures
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And some experts say the early-season heat could lead to brownouts and blackouts this summer.
“Am I concerned about blackouts this week? No, not really,” said Beth Garza, the former ERCOT IMM chief. “What will become problematic is as we have this long slog day after day of 100-degree temperatures, that will increase the risk.”
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