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ERCOT changes could mean more power outages; here's why

By Lina deFlorias

Published October 18, 2023 4:01 PM CDT

Published October 18, 2023 4:01 PM CDT

ERCOT has changed what triggers the grid's Energy Emergency Action (EEA) levels.

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FOX 26's Lina de Florias looks as why and how it could affect future outages.

ERCOT changes could mean more outages

ERCOT changes could mean more outages

ERCOT has changed what triggers the grid's Energy Emergency Action (EEA) levels. Lina de Florias looks as why and how it could affect future outages.