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Downed power lines and icy conditions have knocked out electricity to tens of thousands of customers in the Austin area. No statewide power grid issues have been reported.
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Austin Energy reported that more than 150,000 of its customers were without power Wednesday.
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Trees have fallen in Austin neighborhoods as ice forms on branches from freezing rain.
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Tree branches pulled down by ice contribute to dangerous driving conditions in the city.
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"Austin Energy crews are facing icy roads & frozen equipment making it difficult to provide estimated restoration times," Austin Energy said in a tweet.
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The National Weather Service is expecting freezing rain to continue through Thursday morning.
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The Austin Police Department, Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department and Austin Fire Department responded to more than 300 traffic accidents Tuesday. The city said many accidents are preventable and that residents can help first responders by not driving unless absolutely necessary.
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Austin Energy customers can report a power outage by calling 512-322-9100 or texting "OUT" to 287846.
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The airport has had about 300 canceled flights in the last 24 hours, according to Flight Aware.
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