City of Electra experiences “catastrophic” power outage - KFDX - Texomashomepage.com
City of Electra experiences “catastrophic” power outage | Texomashomepage.com
WICHITA CO. (KFDX/KJTL) — The city of Electra is asking residents to conserve power after experiencing what authorities called a “catastrophic electrical outage.”
According to the City of Electra Facebook page, the main transformer at the substation was blown, which left residents without power on Sunday, February 11, 2024. The post also said that The City is attempting to power the town with a smaller transformer.
City Administrator Kim Cryer said that power has been restored to most residents, but the situation is dire.
Cryer has asked that residents use only essential electricity for the next several days. The Facebook post explained that this included large appliances and lower thermostats, if possible.
It is unknown what caused the transformer to go out, when full power is expected to be restored, or how many residents and businesses remain without power.
Texoma’s Homepage reached out to The City of Electra and was told they could not comment at this time.
This is a developing story. Stick with Texoma’s Homepage for updates as more information becomes available.
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