Thousands without power in San Antonio as cold front storms in A significant number of residents in San Antonio are experiencing power outages as a cold front sweeps through the city, bringing strong winds and dropping temperatures. Over 12,000 homes and businesses are without electricity, with the number rising to 12,053 by late Sunday evening. The outages are concentrated in several areas, including neighborhoods near Prue and Babcock Roads, Loop 410 near Mission Del Lago, and stretches of Highway 90, Highway 211, and I-37. CPS Energy crews are working to address downed tree limbs and power lines, though restoration efforts may take longer due to the high wind conditions. The cold front, which arrived late in the season, has sent gusts of wind up to 45 mph through the city, with some gusts reaching 55 mph. These winds have caused tree limbs to fall and unsecured objects to be uprooted, complicating repair efforts. The National Weather Service issued warnings about securing loose items and advised residents to prepare for wind chills that could drop into the mid-20s. Temperatures in the city have plummeted into the 40s, with some areas in the Hill Country and southern Edwards Plateau expected to see lows in the low to mid-30s. CPS Energy posted on X, stating that crews are monitoring conditions and prepared to respond safely as needed. They noted that restoration times may be extended due to the high winds, which pose safety risks for workers. The utility company also highlighted that many outages are still under assessment, with over 50 active issues reported. The cold front is part of a broader weather pattern affecting Texas, with the National Weather Service warning of strong wind gusts across Central and South Texas. Wind speeds are averaging 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 55 mph.#san_antonio #cps_energy #prue_road #babcock_road #loop_410
