Power continues to flicker off and on. Heard a huge bang a few blocks away, which was probably a transformer losing its mind. We'd strongly prefer not to lose power -- it's just a sweaty hassle. Made a big pot of coffee just in case.
Turned off the TV and computer to protect circuits, but can go online for a while using the laptop and dial-up. Radio reports indicate more power outages around the area, downed power lines, and window damage to the Chase Tower downtown.
One of the employees from my dept. at work called to say she made it to Dallas after all. Her journey took 29 hours. With fuel shortages that may last for days, it may be difficult to re-assemble our full team immediately.
Governor Perry is on the air now asking people not to return immediately. He should talk to the county judge in Matagorda County, who was announcing an end to evacuation orders a couple of hours ago and inviting everyone to head home. Dumb.
It'll be interesting to see when markets will re-open and when their deliveries will resume.