Houston Begins Recovery After Devastating Thunderstorm Leaves Hundreds of Thousands Without Power

After a destructive thunderstorm hit Houston, the fourth most populous city in the United States, the city has started to recover three days later. Power has been restored to hundreds of thousands of homes, but many areas near downtown are still experiencing outages. The aftermath of the storm has left streets filled with debris, making traffic movement slow and hazardous.

The clear skies have aided in drying the city, but they have also brought a new challenge as temperatures soared to around 90 degrees. More than 350,000 electrical customers, including residents in Houston and its northwest suburbs, woke up without power, depriving them of air conditioning in the sweltering heat.

Residents Struggle in the Heat

The intense heat has made it difficult for residents to cope, with one resident, Dolores Valladares, expressing the struggle of not being able to sleep due to the lack of air conditioning. The situation is particularly tough for elderly and young residents.

Recovery efforts are underway to restore power to the remaining affected areas and clear the streets of debris. Local authorities are urging residents to stay hydrated and take precautions to stay cool in the soaring temperatures.