Power Outages in Houston Lead to Deadly Heatwave After Hurricane Beryl

Prolonged power outages leave vulnerable residents struggling to survive extreme heat in the aftermath of the storm.

At least 23 deaths in Texas are linked to Hurricane Beryl, with heat-related fatalities rising due to extended power outages.
Houston-area residents, especially the elderly and disabled, faced severe conditions without electricity for over a week.
CenterPoint Energy faces scrutiny for its response and preparedness, with both state officials and residents demanding accountability.
Many residents resorted to sleeping in cars or seeking refuge in hotels and cooling centers as they awaited power restoration.
The death toll is expected to rise as authorities continue to assess the full impact of the storm and resulting power outages.