Extreme Cold and Record Snowfall to Test Texas Power Grid

Brian K. Sullivan and Naureen S. Malik | Source: Yahoo | Posted 01/22/2025

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A cold blast gripping the US South threatens to bring record-breaking snowfall to New Orleans and Houston and a deep freeze that endangers oil and natural gas output and electrical grids.

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A cold front hitting the US South is set to bring historically low temperatures and record snowfall to cities like New Orleans and Houston. The National Weather Service predicts up to 4 inches of snow in Houston and 7 inches for New Orleans, potentially causing disruptions in air and road travel. Oil and gas production in regions like the Permian Basin in West Texas may face challenges due to freezing temperatures, with the possibility of electricity demand surging during the deep freeze.

Electricity prices in Dallas are forecasted to double during the peak demand period, and the Texas grid operator, Electric Reliability Council of Texas (Ercot), has issued a weather watch alert for potential strains on the grid. PJM Interconnection, which manages the grid from Washington DC to Illinois, also issued warnings for high demand. The severe weather has led to cancellations of trains and flights across the US, with delays and disruptions expected as the snowstorm moves towards the East Coast by midweek.

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