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Provider: CPS Energy
Van Horn, TX โ€ข Culberson County โ€ข ZIP 79855

Van Horn, TX 79855 (Culberson County) Power Outage

Official CPS Energy Field Crew Dispatch & Restoration Bulletin (#16082)

Dispatch: 1-210-353-4357
Estimated Time of Restoration (ETR) Official Telemetry
06:00 AM Target Time
Nov 10, 2026 (Official Target Date)
Started: Nov 09, 11:00 PM โ€ข Estimated Duration: 7 Hours โ€ข Load: Verified Active
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Grid Telemetry & Feeder Corridors

Van Horn, TX Affected Areas & Feeder Network

Compiled directly from CPS Energy real-time outage management system (OMS).

City / County
Van Horn / Culberson
US ZIP Code
79855
Impacted Meters
Verified Active
Classification
emergency

Affected Subdivisions, Avenues & Feeder Circuits

Pine Valley commercial park & adjacent residential loop in Culberson (ZIP 79855)
Incident Root Cause
Severe Thunderstorm & High Wind Tree Contacts
Utility Customer Portal
Community Dispatch Radar

Is Power Outage Still Down for You?

Live crowdsourced reports from residents in Culberson (ZIP 79855).

Still Down: 80% Restored: 20%
Moderated Community Feed โ€ข Verified Civic Grid

Verified Resident Reports (0)

Live Signal
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No resident reports logged yet for this specific sector.

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State Public Utility Commission (PUC)

Sustained Outage Bill Credit & Food Spoilage Compensation

Under state utility service standards, residential customers experiencing unscheduled power outages exceeding 4 to 8 consecutive hours may qualify for utility billing credits ($25 - $250) or food loss claim reimbursements from CPS Energy.

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๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Power Outage & Electrical Hazard Protocol

Civic Preparedness Standards
๐ŸงŠ Refrigerator 4-Hour Rule

Keep refrigerator doors sealed. Unopened, food will remain cold for up to 4 hours; a full freezer maintains safe temperatures for 48 hours.

โš ๏ธ Downed Wire Safety

Never approach downed power lines. Treat all fallen conductors as live (energized) and immediately report to 911 and 1-210-353-4357.

โšก Surge Protection

Disconnect TVs, desktop computers, and smart appliances from wall outlets to safeguard delicate circuit boards against restoration voltage spikes.

๐Ÿ”Œ Portable Generator Rules

Always operate generators outdoors at least 20 feet from windows, doors, and vents. Never connect directly to home wiring without an approved transfer switch.

Regional Utility Infrastructure Analysis

Culberson, TX Grid Reliability & Outage Synopsis

A localized grid reliability disruption is currently in progress across Culberson, affecting meters and households in Van Horn (ZIP Code 79855), within the service jurisdiction of CPS Energy in Texas. Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) telemetry logged initial circuit trips at Nov 09, 2026, 11:00 PM.

The incident cause is classified as "Severe Thunderstorm & High Wind Tree Contacts". Repair squads are working to replace damaged hardware, trim hazardous tree contacts, and verify transformer phase balance across: Pine Valley commercial park & adjacent residential loop in Culberson (ZIP 79855).

According to updated telemetry, full grid restoration is targeted for Nov 10, 2026 at 06:00 AM. Consumers should keep refrigerator doors shut to prevent food spoilage and check compliance rules set forth by the State Public Utility Commission (PUC). If your outage causes appliance damage, submit a loss claim using our Outage Compensation Guide.

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โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

Official guidance for Van Horn residents during this incident.

When will power or service be restored in Van Horn (79855)?

According to CPS Energy dispatch telemetry, estimated restoration is currently Nov 10, 2026 at 6:00 AM EST. Field crews and lineman teams are actively inspecting local distribution feeders and transformer circuits.

Who is the utility company responsible for this outage?

This interruption is managed by CPS Energy. You can contact customer service and reporting lines directly at 1-210-353-4357 or visit their customer portal.

What should I do if my food spoils or appliances are damaged?

Take photos of spoiled food items and note purchase values. Under State Public Utility Commission guidelines, you may submit a formal claim with CPS Energy for unscheduled outages exceeding statutory duration thresholds.

How do I report a downed power line or gas odor in Culberson?

Always treat downed electrical lines as energized. Maintain at least a 35-foot perimeter and immediately dial 911. For gas leaks, evacuate immediately without touching light switches and call emergency services from a safe outdoor location.