Power outages in California, Texas, and Arkansas cause health risks, hitting vulnerable groups hardest.

Power outages in California, Texas, and Arkansas due to wildfires and winter storms are causing health risks, including heart attacks, burns, and motor-vehicle crashes. Longer outages can lead to gastrointestinal illness due to spoiled food and water contamination. Vulnerable groups like young children, older adults, pregnant individuals, and those reliant on medical equipment are most affected. Experts recommend preparing by checking for battery backups on medical devices, storing non-perishable food and water, and staying connected with loved ones.

January 11, 2025
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