Power outages could linger for days after storms batter Texas again, leaving 1 dead

The transcript discusses recent severe weather in Texas, particularly in the Dallas area, which caused significant damage and power outages. Recovery efforts are underway, with power being restored to many. The National Weather Service reports a high number of severe weather events in Texas this year. The Biden administration has announced plans to modernize the national power grid, but Texas, with its independent grid, is not included. This exclusion is notable given past grid failures in the state.

What was the impact of the severe weather events in Texas this year?

What is unique about Texas's power grid compared to other states?