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Lightning strike causes nearly 650 residents to lose power in Galveston
Summary by The Galveston Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by By DAVID MERCADO The Daily News , Galveston County Daily News
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
CenterPoint representatives told The Daily News that crews immediately responded and took action to restore power to residential and commercial buildings along 61st Street and Teichman Road, with only 11 customers remaining in the dark by 1 p.m.
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Key takeaway CenterPoint representatives told The Daily News that crews immediately responded and took action to restore power to residential and commercial buildings along 61st Street and Teichman Road, with only 11 customers remaining in the dark by 1 p.
Why this matters in The Galveston
The swift response by CenterPoint crews to restore power to nearly 650 residents in Galveston is a testament to the city's infrastructure and emergency preparedness. Given Galveston's location within the greater Houston metro, the city's residents are no strangers to the risks of severe weather, including lightning strikes and flooding. As a small incorporated city with its own government and police department, Galveston's ability to respond quickly to disruptions in essential services like electricity is crucial to maintaining the quality of life for its residents. The fact that power was restored to all but 11 customers by 1 p.m. suggests that the city's utilities are well-equipped to handle unexpected outages, which is particularly important for the city's commercial areas, such as those along 61st Street and Teichman Road, where businesses rely on a stable supply of electricity to operate.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: Galveston County Daily News ·
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What is this story about? CenterPoint representatives told The Daily News that crews immediately responded and took action to restore power to residential and commercial buildings along 61st Street and Teichman Road, with only 11 customers remaining in the dark by 1 p.m.
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