Thousands of SWEPCO Customers Without Power Across East Texas

July 9, 2024 – According to SWEPCO 33,614 customers in East Texas are without electric services as an effect of tornadoes from Hurricane Beryl. Residents of East Texas began losing power as the storm moved into the area Monday. The estimated restoration of power is still to be determined in most areas.

SWEPCO serves over 500,00 customers in the area. According to their message to customer via text at 6:04 yesterday “In the wake of tornadoes, energy delivery systems are damaged. Please prepare for extended service loss while we work to restore power safely.”