The Texas crisis, explained by Texans

Monday afternoon, when my family realized that we will be without heat, a good friend offered to take us in…only for them to lose power within minutes of our arrival. It’s been a brutal week for all of Texas. The line in front of grocery stores wraps around the block, and with no restaurants open, there’s no where to get a hot meal. The media has covered everything that has gone wrong, but I want focus on something else. I have had limited cell service and zero internet for 2 days. And this morning, when my power finally came back on, guess what messages were waiting for me? “We have water and power. If you need anything, call me.” “Are you good? Our power’s back. You are always welcome.” “Call me if you need anything. We don’t have water, but we can make you a hot meal.” The same messages were also spread across all social media platforms. The unity of Texas is the heart of Texas. If you are in the Houston area and are experiencing difficulties, please reach out to me. We are Texas strong.

We are back after 36 hours without heat or electricity. The state is still in crisis. We're seeing nursing homes and hospitals being evacuated, long lines for food, boil mandates are in effect (where there is water), no gasoline, and more cold weather ahead. Many of you have reached out to ask where you can give and donate to help Texans. Thank you. First, if you know folks here — check on them. Second, I'm supporting the Episcopal Relief and Development Fund during this crisis. They are working across the state with many different organizations to bring food, warmth, and shelter to people in need. The minimum donation is $5 — which makes a bigger difference than you think. Also, here's the answer to the question I always ask: 92 cents from each dollar goes directly to aid. Special thanks to all of those folks who are showing up, working, and volunteering. Many of these essential workers are the same exhausted folks who are getting us through the pandemic. It feels overwhelming right now. https://lnkd.in/exUtJK8

On Tuesday, hundreds of thousands of homes in Texas are expected to continue experiencing blackouts, according to The Dallas Morning News. The blackouts started early Monday morning as below-zero degree temperatures slammed the Lone Star State for the first time in decades. This situation, the historic weather and the rolling blackouts, will invariably and significantly impact people's lives, at home, of course, but also at work. In the comments below, from those who are able to share, can you help explain how exactly this is impacting you and your community?

On Tuesday, hundreds of thousands of homes in Texas are expected to continue experiencing blackouts, according to The Dallas Morning News. The blackouts started early Monday morning as below-zero degree temperatures slammed the Lone Star State for the first time in decades. This situation, the historic weather and the rolling blackouts, will invariably and significantly impact people's lives, at home, of course, but also at work. In the comments below, from those who are able to share, can you help explain how exactly this is impacting you and your community?

On Tuesday, hundreds of thousands of homes in Texas are expected to continue experiencing blackouts, according to The Dallas Morning News. The blackouts started early Monday morning as below-zero degree temperatures slammed the Lone Star State for the first time in decades. This situation, the historic weather and the rolling blackouts, will invariably and significantly impact people's lives, at home, of course, but also at work. In the comments below, from those who are able to share, can you help explain how exactly this is impacting you and your community?

On Tuesday, hundreds of thousands of homes in Texas are expected to continue experiencing blackouts, according to The Dallas Morning News. The blackouts started early Monday morning as below-zero degree temperatures slammed the Lone Star State for the first time in decades. This situation, the historic weather and the rolling blackouts, will invariably and significantly impact people's lives, at home, of course, but also at work. In the comments below, from those who are able to share, can you help explain how exactly this is impacting you and your community?

On Tuesday, hundreds of thousands of homes in Texas are expected to continue experiencing blackouts, according to The Dallas Morning News. The blackouts started early Monday morning as below-zero degree temperatures slammed the Lone Star State for the first time in decades. This situation, the historic weather and the rolling blackouts, will invariably and significantly impact people's lives, at home, of course, but also at work. In the comments below, from those who are able to share, can you help explain how exactly this is impacting you and your community?

On Tuesday, hundreds of thousands of homes in Texas are expected to continue experiencing blackouts, according to The Dallas Morning News. The blackouts started early Monday morning as below-zero degree temperatures slammed the Lone Star State for the first time in decades. This situation, the historic weather and the rolling blackouts, will invariably and significantly impact people's lives, at home, of course, but also at work. In the comments below, from those who are able to share, can you help explain how exactly this is impacting you and your community?

On Tuesday, hundreds of thousands of homes in Texas are expected to continue experiencing blackouts, according to The Dallas Morning News. The blackouts started early Monday morning as below-zero degree temperatures slammed the Lone Star State for the first time in decades. This situation, the historic weather and the rolling blackouts, will invariably and significantly impact people's lives, at home, of course, but also at work. In the comments below, from those who are able to share, can you help explain how exactly this is impacting you and your community?

On Tuesday, hundreds of thousands of homes in Texas are expected to continue experiencing blackouts, according to The Dallas Morning News. The blackouts started early Monday morning as below-zero degree temperatures slammed the Lone Star State for the first time in decades. This situation, the historic weather and the rolling blackouts, will invariably and significantly impact people's lives, at home, of course, but also at work. In the comments below, from those who are able to share, can you help explain how exactly this is impacting you and your community?