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Entergy Texas welcomes fall with safety reminders

September 23, 2024

These simple tips can help you avoid accidents and injuries.

Do’s and don’ts: Pet-proofing your home

September 18, 2024

Recently adopted puppies and kittens will explore every nook and cranny of your house as they learn the lay of the land. While they discover their favorite nap time spots, they'll run into some unexpected hazards that could lead to a trip to the vet. Protect them from harm by creating a safe environment before they step through the door for the first time.

During Hurricane Francine, our plants underscore the resiliency and strength of nuclear power

September 12, 2024

Entergy’s Waterford 3 Nuclear Generating Station and River Bend Station in Louisiana and Grand Gulf Nuclear Station in Mississippi operated at full power during Hurricane Francine, which once again shows the resiliency and strength of nuclear power.

Entergy nuclear stations prepare for tropical system

September 9, 2024

Nuclear plants are designed to exceed requirements to withstand regional natural disasters

Watch out for scams after hurricanes

September 4, 2024

Atmospheric and oceanic conditions have set the stage for an extremely active hurricane season that could rank among the busiest on record, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. When severe weather strikes, it can bring out the best in people.

Entergy Mississippi storm update – 8/20/24, 5 p.m.

August 20, 2024

Sunday evening thunderstorms brought heavy rains, strong winds, and lightning strikes into our service territory, causing fallen trees and broken tree limbs resulting in a peak outage count of 21,103. With a continued strong restoration effort last night and today, as of 5 p.m., 1,871 customers remain without power. Damage assessment has identified damages to 68 poles, 21 transformers, 65 cross arms, and over 72,000 feet of downed wire. A workforce of Entergy crews and additional resources of damage assessors, vegetation crews, line workers, and support personnel are diligently working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible through this event.

Entergy Mississippi storm update – 8/19/24, 8 p.m.

August 20, 2024

Overnight thunderstorms brought heavy rains, strong winds, and lighting strikes into our service territory causing fallen trees and broken tree limbs resulting in outages and damages to our facilities. As of 11 p.m. last night, a peak of 21,103 customers were without power. A strong restoration effort has taken place today and as of 7 p.m., 5,118 customers remain without power. Damage assessment has identified damages to 53 poles, 15 transformers, 35 cross arms, and over 42,000 feet of downed wire. A workforce of damage assessors, vegetation crews, line workers, and support personnel are diligently working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible through this event. To support the restoration, 180 additional workers were requested and are currently working on site.

Customer pondering scam-information website on laptop

Entergy Texas recognizes Utility Scam Awareness Day, offers tips to stop scams

August 8, 2024

Entergy Texas is proud to join Utilities United Against Scams to recognize the eighth annual Utility Scam Awareness Day on Wednesday, November 15, during International Fraud Awareness Week. Utility Scam Awareness Day is an advocacy campaign focused on exposing scams targeting utility customers. This year’s theme is “Screen the Search” to reflect the pervasiveness of search engine scams.

Home electrical fires: 8 safety tips

August 7, 2024

When used properly, your home's electrical system is safe and reliable. With care and maintenance, you can keep it that way. Here are some tips to help protect your home and family from an electrical fire.

Trees and power lines don’t always mix

July 10, 2024

Trees add beauty to any landscape, but they have some impressive practical benefits as well. They clean the air, reduce carbon dioxide and (when positioned correctly) provide protection from wind and sun, reducing heating and cooling costs. If a tree grows too close to a power line, however, it can cause power outages and become a life-threatening danger.