"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Can Oncor check my meter?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"METER ACCURACY

Oncor also tests a number of meters prior to installation. Oncor also implements an in-service testing program to ensure that once meters are installed they remain accurate. Additionally, Oncor's Advanced Metering System continually monitors meters 24/7."}}]}}

Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (2024)

Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (1)

No problems detected

If you are having issues, please submit a report below.

The latest reports from users having issues in Kaufman come from postal codes 75142.

Oncor Electric Delivery Company is Texas's largest electric utility, serving more than 10 million Texans in 420 cities and 120 counties in the state. Their service territory includes Dallas, Fort Worth, Irving, Plano, Arlington, Beeville, Midland, Odessa, Killeen, Waco, Wichita Falls, and Tyler and other surrounding cities in Texas.

Full Outage Map

Advertisem*nt

What isn't working?

Please let us know what issue you are experiencing with Oncor:

Thank you for the report! If you have any tips or frustrations you wish to share, please leave a message in the comments section!


In the last three months, how would you rate Oncor?

3.01 out of 5 2,401 ratings

Thank you!

Problems in the last 24 hours in Kaufman, Texas

The chart below shows the number of Oncor reports we have received in the last 24 hours from users in Kaufman and surrounding areas. An outage is declared when the number of reports exceeds the baseline, represented by the red line.

Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (6)

At the moment, we haven't detected any problems at Oncor. Are you experiencing issues or an outage? Leave a message in the comments section!

Most Reported Problems

The following are the most recent problems reported by Oncor users through our website.

  1. Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (7)

    Power Outage (98%)

  2. Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (8)

    Maintenance (1%)

  3. Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (9)

    Website (1%)

Advertisem*nt

Live Outage Map Near Kaufman, Texas

The most recent Oncor outage reports came from the following cities:Kaufman, Forney and Crandall.

Loading map, please wait...

CityProblem TypeReport Time
Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (10)KaufmanWebsite
Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (11)ForneyPower Outage
Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (12)ForneyPower Outage
Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (13)CrandallPower Outage
Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (14)ForneyPower Outage
Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (15)ForneyPower Outage

Advertisem*nt

Community Discussion

Tips? Frustrations? Share them here. Useful comments include a description of the problem, city and postal code.

Beware of "support numbers" or "recovery" accounts that might be posted below. Make sure to report and downvote those comments. Avoid posting your personal information.

Advertisem*nt

Oncor Issues Reports Near Kaufman, Texas

Latest outage, problems and issue reports in Kaufman and nearby locations:

  • Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (16)Dawn McNary (@DawnMcNary) reported fromForney, Texas

    @oncor What just happened in #Forney whole town lost power at once “...Travis Ranch has power. But we just exited from 80 and on our way to Forney, the sky lit up like a generator went up or out. It was a blue redish green color. It definitely caught our eye...” -FB user

Oncor Issues Reports

Latest outage, problems and issue reports in social media:

  • Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (17)Teaspoon (@Tspoon_) reported

    @SidneePowell @ERCOT_ISO @oncor Go chop down some telephone poles in white bougie neighborhoods imo.

  • Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (18)thegfguide2sports (@gfguide2sports) reported

    @SidneePowell @ERCOT_ISO @oncor Don’t worry we’re out of power since 10am... sooooo not true. #fakenews oh and also our fire alarms have been going off for 3 hours sooooo ya

  • Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (19)PrinceTheBud (@PrinceTheBud) reported

    @JudgeClayJ @ERCOT_ISO @oncor In one hour i will have had NO power for 24 hours. To see that some neighborhoods have lost none is unacceptable. People will lose loves thanks to this picking and choosing, and someone will pay.

  • Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (20)Tommy (@Tom_FCDallas) reported fromPlano, Texas

    Days of today’s technology and social media and yet I can’t get an update from @oncor why we haven’t had power since 9am Monday in 75025

  • Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (21)Brian Doyle (@TheMasterDS) reported fromEuless, Texas

    @oncor after 18 hours without power I had power for 2 hours. It’s back off again, how do I know if you’re doing a rolling blackout and I’m not just going to be in the dark for another 18 hours? Is this now properly scheduled? This new blackout started at 12:58.

  • Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (22)Ethan Barnhart 🦄 (@ethanshaun37) reported

    Haven’t heard a single update about power in Saginaw. 🙄🤔 @oncor @ERCOT_ISO @CityofSaginaw

  • Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (23)Sebastian Guerra (@SGuerratwo) reported

    So much for not having power for 30-60 minutes today. 14 hours with no power. Such a mess. @oncor needs to get their crap together. And they don’t estimate power until 23 hours after.

  • Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (24)🔥Pantics🔥 (@PanticWonder) reported

    @TNMP @oncor Piss poor leadership handling this situation. Actual thanks to everyone out there cleaning up your mess and making sure we don't freeze in our homes.

  • Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (25)Cody Jordan (@thecodyjordan) reported

    @oncor MVP of the DFW power outage. How about slinging a little energy to Princeton? Have yet to see power at our house since the outage started 24 hours ago. Thanks in advance for the nothingness that will come from this. Love "valued customer"

  • Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (26)p (@fortunasynapsis) reported

    @oncor My area hasn't had power for 18 hrs now and its nearing 40 F inside. No water cause everything is frozen. "Rotating outages" sounds great compared to this :)

Oncor Outage in Kaufman, Texas: Current Problems and Outages (2024)

FAQs

How do I check if there's a power outage in my area? ›

Please call us at 1-800-611-1911 so we can assist you. If you received a notification from us about an outage in your area, enter your Outage Number above. You can find it on your notification. With a bit more information, we can help you retrieve more accurate outage data for your location.

How do I check the status of my power outage in Texas? ›

You can report a power outage or check the status of a previously reported power outage via our online reporting tool. You can also call us at 888.313. 4747. If you have signed up for My Oncor Alerts, text OUT to 66267 (ONCOR).

What is causing power outages in Texas? ›

Data showed that failure to winterize power sources, principally natural gas infrastructure but also to a lesser extent wind turbines, had caused the grid failure, with a drop in power production from natural gas more than five times greater than that from wind turbines.

How do I talk to someone at Oncor? ›

You can also call us at 888.313. 4747 or send an email to contactcenter@oncor.com. If you are emailing us, please provide basic contact information in case we need additional information or clarification so that we can locate and repair the light quickly.

How long can food last in the fridge without power? ›

As the USDA notes in Keeping Food Safe During an Emergency, your refrigerator will keep food safe for up to 4 hours during a power outage. Keep the door closed as much as possible. Discard refrigerated perishable food such as meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and leftovers after 4 hours without power.

How long do most power outages last? ›

Outages typically last 1-2 hours.

How can I check if there's a power cut in my area? ›

Is there a power cut in my local area?
  1. Call 105 free from your mobile or landline to get straight through to your local network operator's emergency number.
  2. Go to your local network operator's website to report or track the power cut.

How do you check if the power is off? ›

Use a receptacle voltage tester by plugging the device into the outlet. The lights on the device will come on to indicate the presence of a live electrical current. Test an electrical outlet with a non-contact voltage tester by holding the tester about an inch away from the short slot on the outlet.

When did all the power go out in Texas? ›

In February 2021, an extreme winter storm event caused a massive electricity generation failure in the state of Texas, which resulted in a loss of power for more than 4.5 million homes.

What's wrong with ERCOT? ›

Why ERCOT still faces challenges. ERCOT remains challenged by rapidly-growing electricity demand as more people and businesses move to Texas. It's a given of everyday life in most of the country that power grids function without issue, and grid operators are obscure entities that barely register with the average person ...

Why is the Texas electric grid so bad? ›

Unfortunately, in 2021, more than half of the overall electricity generation in Texas came from natural gas, while about 30% came from wind and solar power. ERCOT's order eventually exposed a devastating loophole: Natural gas production relies on electricity, and electricity relies on natural gas production.

Why does Texas have so many outages? ›

Climate Extremes: Texas is a land of climatic dichotomies. From freezing winter storms that paralyze power plants to scorching summer days that overload the grid, the state grapples with both ends of the meteorological spectrum.

Are Oncor and txu the same? ›

TXU Energy is the Retail Electric Provider (REP), Oncor is the Transmission and Distribution Utility (TDU), and Luminant is the wholesale electricity generation.

Who owns Oncor? ›

Can Oncor check my meter? ›

METER ACCURACY

Oncor also tests a number of meters prior to installation. Oncor also implements an in-service testing program to ensure that once meters are installed they remain accurate. Additionally, Oncor's Advanced Metering System continually monitors meters 24/7.

How do I check the power in my house? ›

Voltage Testing

Another tool that you can find at the local hardware or home improvement store is a voltage tester. The device fits into the outlet plugs and tells you if the voltage is within a normal range. For U.S. households with 120-volt outlets, the voltage meter should read between 100 and 130 volts.

How do I find out if I have a power outage in Los Angeles? ›

Alternatively, you can also call their customer service number at 1-800-DIAL DWP (800-342-5397) to find out if there is an existing power outage in your area. Additionally, customers can report outages and receive alerts through their mobile app, LADWP My Account.

Top Articles
Latest Posts
Article information

Author: Duncan Muller

Last Updated:

Views: 6404

Rating: 4.9 / 5 (59 voted)

Reviews: 82% of readers found this page helpful

Author information

Name: Duncan Muller

Birthday: 1997-01-13

Address: Apt. 505 914 Phillip Crossroad, O'Konborough, NV 62411

Phone: +8555305800947

Job: Construction Agent

Hobby: Shopping, Table tennis, Snowboarding, Rafting, Motor sports, Homebrewing, Taxidermy

Introduction: My name is Duncan Muller, I am a enchanting, good, gentle, modern, tasty, nice, elegant person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.