Austin Resource Recovery adjusts cart set-out time for operator safety

This change allows operators, or sanitation drivers, to begin collecting recycling, composting, trash, large brush and bulk items one hour earlier, helping to prevent them from performing collections during the hottest hours of the day.

Texas heat continues this week
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Triple-digit temps continue this week, Carlo Falco has the latest details

Texans asked to conserve energy to protect the power grid for the second time in a week

Texans have been asked to turn up their thermostats and avoid using large appliances at home on Wednesday. The power grid operator said it does not expect rolling blackouts.

Above normal temperatures expected to continue through week

Above normal temperatures with highs at or above 100 are expected to continue across most areas for the next several days.

Triple-digit temps continue this week
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Central Texans can expect more heat this week, Carlo Falco has the latest details

Hot, dry conditions creating high wildfire potential across Texas

Stay wildfire aware. If a wildfire is spotted, immediately contact local authorities. A quick response can help save lives and property.

Temperatures will reach up to 108 degrees in Central Texas today

If spending time outdoors drink plenty of water and take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning. Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle and check up on elderly.

Temperatures will reach up to 108 degrees in Central Texas today
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If spending time outdoors drink plenty of water and take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning. Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle and check up on elderly.

Tips to keep your pets safe during Texas summer heat

Austin-Travis County EMS said unlike humans, pets don’t have sweat glands over their entire body, only their noses and pads of their paws.

Texas grid survives energy demand, but concerns remain over ERCOT’s summer preparedness

Heat conditions led ERCOT to raise its alert status to yellow Monday afternoon. If it reaches red, that means residents should prepare for outages. Black means ERCOT has instructed local utilities to begin controlled outages.

Central Texans feeling the heat this week
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Austinites can expect high temps for the rest of the week, Carlo Falco has the latest details

ERCOT asks Texans to conserve electricity on Monday

Texans are being urged to turn up the thermostat to conserve energy Monday or risk rolling blackouts.

Broken AC? Industry experts say you could be stuck in the heat for a while

A combination of a lack of parts and technicians to do the work are two of the main roadblocks that could keep some from beating the heat.

Dangerous heat continues today and Tuesday for Central Texas

If outside, drink plenty of water, wear lightweight and light-colored clothing, and take plenty of breaks in the shade or in air conditioning to prevent the onset of heat-related illnesses.