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And it's not like people aren't trying. The downside of the rolling blackouts: when ours goes off, it drops down close to 50 INSIDE in about 20 minutes. When it goes back on, we have to max out all these space heaters to try to thaw. That's gotta help with the load (and our bill).
There is snow in my attic, if it all melted it’s enough to probably fill a cup.
So, I will probably be removing some of this blown insulation when this is all over. Not a big deal.
the design of the roof and exhaust makes the blowing snow go up the side of the roof and into the jack.
So, I will probably be removing some of this blown insulation when this is all over. Not a big deal.
the design of the roof and exhaust makes the blowing snow go up the side of the roof and into the jack.
Will that tell you what areas are currently blacked out or show up coming blackout areas? That would be a good thing to know.For anyone wanting to see Ercot status...
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Ours is off again. At least number five.
I stopped counting overnight...tired of getting the heaters turned on, to have the power cut yet again.
Similar for us. But if you look at ERCOT site, it looks like they are back to a reserve situation.
We were suppose to leave Nola today but since we could probably only make it to Baton Rouge we're staying at our friends for another night. My gf's son is baby sitting the dogs in Austin. He sent us a video. Our patio has ~4" of snow. Power hasn't been interrupted.
Texas_Lone_Ranger
Civilian Defense
Had the Gas Furnace Temp set to 57 degrees, it cycles it for 5-6 minutes every hour. The water heater is on the lowest setting and is Gas as well. House is well enough insulated nothing major yet. I also run nothing but my PC and a few LED lights etc. on occasion if I'm not on my Tablet or phone. Not sure I can use any less energy, but I hope it helps those who need it otherwise.
I just don't understand how they (Power Company) can solely rely on Gas for both Home heating etc. and Power production, there is no redundancy.
I just don't understand how they (Power Company) can solely rely on Gas for both Home heating etc. and Power production, there is no redundancy.
Had first power down around 9:45 am back on about an hour later. I have been keeping the thermostat set at 70, using gas cook stove to sterilize jars and water bath the sauerkraut. Inside temp dropped to 69, will be cooking and baking to keep electricity usage down. If you have gas cook stove, put a roast in the oven, it will add to the ambient heat.
