Severe Winds Cause Widespread Power Outages in Texas, Oklahoma

Severe winds on March 14 have caused widespread power outages across multiple states, including Missouri, Texas, and Oklahoma. In Missouri, over 550 customers were affected by outages as high winds began to impact the area. In Texas, particularly in Lubbock and Amarillo, gusts reached up to 90 mph, resulting in over 48,000 customers without power and hazardous driving conditions due to blowing dust. The National Weather Service issued warnings for both strong winds and potential wildfires, leading to school cancellations in some areas. Oklahoma also experienced outages, with over 8,000 OG&E customers affected as downed powerlines disrupted traffic. Crews across all regions are working to restore power amidst ongoing severe weather conditions.