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I live in the old section of the Woodcreek neighborhood up around 1960 and Aldine Westfield. Power went out with that storm and now I'm hearing it may be as late as Sunday before they restore it.

Anyone have any insights? want some hot refrigerator food? ew.

After edging out the Utah Warriors for the #3 spot, the Houston SaberCats head to Seattle to play the #2 seed Seawolves on Saturday at 5:00 PM CDT to try and advance to the conference finals in San Diego the following week. This is the second consecutive season for Houston to reach the playoffs, after a franchise-best record of 10-5-0. Last season was their first time to reach the playoffs, but were eliminated in the first round by none other than the Seattle SeaWolves at home in SaberCats Stadium (formerly named Aveva Stadium).

Watch the match live on FS2, or come out to Buffalo Brewing for the official watch party.

Quoted from article:

The two-day event will include appearances by popular anime actors, musical performances, a custom car show, and plenty of Japanese food and sake.

TL:DR - Smoke from fires in southern Mexico coming through

The City of Houston activates their heat emergency plan, providing resources for a number of the population to take shelter from the heat. The article provides many addresses of air-conditioned shelters that people can seek refuge in. It also lists some important guidelines that people are highly recommended to follow.

• Increase your water consumption during the high heat, however, avoid caffeine, alcohol, or sugary drinks as they may cause the loss of body fluid.
• Go outside if needed in the early morning or evening to avoid high heat. Outdoor workers will need to drink high amounts of water and gradually increase heat exposure if unaccustomed to being in a hot environment. Also, wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing when outside!
• DO NOT LEAVE ANYONE IN A PARKED VEHICLE! No matter if the window is cracked, etc.
• Wear sun protection when outside to reduce the risk of sunburn.
• Take frequent cool baths or showers if your home is not air-conditioned.

"A throbbing headache, red, hot, and dry skin (no longer sweating), extremely high body temperature (above 103°), nausea or vomiting, confusion, loss of consciousness and a rapid, strong pulse are signs of heat stroke. If these symptoms occur, call 9-1-1 immediately and try to lower the person’s body temperature until help arrives."

For more information, read the linked article or use local resources.