Due to a deep cold  to pass through Texas, Southern Federal will keep this page updated with information to help residents navigate the below freezing temps expected Jan 15th through Jan 18th of 2024. Check back often for updates.

Southern Federal Power customers can monitor their usage by logging into their account portal here

Ranchero Power customers can monitor their usage by logging into their account portal here

NOTE – SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER DOES NOT DETERMINE AND CANNOT ADDRESS THE SERVICE RELIABILITY OF ANY CUSTOMER

All updates in Central Standard Time (CST)

UPDATE: Jan 16th, 2024 8:20AM

REMINDER: Be responsible with your electricity usage until 11AM this morning! Energy supply is tight until the sun is high enough and solar capacity is available. 

UPDATE: Jan 15th, 2024 12:00PM

ERCOT has issued another ‘Conservation Appeal’ for Tuesday, Jan 16th, 2024 from 6:00AM – 9:00AM (tomorrow morning)

Read the full news statement here

As a reminder, a Conservation Appeal is a request from ERCOT asking customers to reduce their electricity usage when and where it is safe to do so. Some recommendations on how to reduce your usage include keeping your thermostat at or below 68 Degrees F and avoiding the use of large appliances such as:

  • Avoid charging electric vehicles
  • Using Washers/Dryers
  • Using Corded Vacuum Cleaners
  • Hair Dryers
  • Dishwashers
  • Large corded power/automotive tools
  • Gaming desktops and consoles (includes bitcoins miners!)

UPDATE: Jan 15th, 2024 8:00AM

Register for TXANS alerts by visiting the website here

The TXANS alert system helps keep residents informed of current Texas electric grid conditions. We are currently in ‘Conservation Appeal’ status.

UPDATE: Jan 15th, 2024 7:15AM

REMINDER: Conservation Appeal in effect until 10am 

ERCOT is requesting that all Texas electricity customers be extra mindful of their electricity usage during the morning hours to maintain grid integrity. See current grid conditions in real time by visiting the ERCOT dashboard here

UPDATE: Jan 14th, 2024 4:00PM

ERCOT has issued a formal Conservation Appeal for Monday, Jan 15th from 6-10 AM

What is a ‘Conservation Appeal’?

ERCOT (the association responsible for managing the entire Texas electric grid) is requesting that all Texans consider making a few adjustments to their power consumption habits during the time period specified. This means refraining from over-using electricity by managing your home’s thermostat and avoiding larger appliances. Some examples are:

  • Avoid charging electric vehicles
  • Washer/Dryers
  • Corded Vacuum Cleaners
  • Hair Dryers
  • Dishwashers
  • Large corded power/automotive tools
  • Gaming desktops and consoles (includes bitcoins miners!)

You can read ERCOT’s entire news release regarding this Conservation Appeal here -> https://www.ercot.com/news/release/2024-01-14-ercot-expects-tight

UPDATE: Jan 14th, 2024 3:00PM

Check your utility’s website for important information! 

The utilities are posting important information about the 2024 Weather Arctic Front currently making its way through Texas. Bookmark the links below to see the Texas Utilities Outage Maps for your service territory.

Oncor Customers – https://stormcenter.oncor.com/

Centerpoint Customers – https://gis.centerpointenergy.com/outagetracker/

AEP Texas Customers – https://do0w5bc7j7xy8.cloudfront.net/external/default.html

TNMP Customers – https://outagemap.tnmp.com/

Oncor has posted important information for their customers on their outage map related to the January 2024 Arctic Cold Front currently moving through Texas.

UPDATE: Jan 14th, 2024 9:00AM

ERCOT issues a Weather Watch Warning. Grid conditions normal but could tighten as we approach Sunday night and Monday morning

UPDATE: Jan 12th, 2024 10:00AM

Be Prepared! 

Have the below phone numbers handy in case of an unexpected outage. Note, Southern Federal Power cannot address service reliability of any customer, you must contact your service and delivery utility!

If you live in the Oncor service territory: 1-888-313-4747

If you live in the Centerpoint service territory: 1-800-332-7143

If you live in the AEP service territory: 1-866-223-8508

If you live in the Texas New Mexico Power (TNMP) service territory: 1-888-866-7456