EPD DAILY ACTIVITY
DAILY ACTIVITY REPORTFOOTNOTE: Â EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT Â information was provided by the EPD and posted by the City-County-County Observer without opinion, bias, or editing.
CenterPoint Energy assessing damage following severe storms
Evansville – March 3, 2023 – In response to the severe weather’s impact on its electric system in
southwestern Indiana, CenterPoint Energy has issued the following update:
Friday afternoon’s storms caused widespread damage to CenterPoint Energy’s system, with outages peaking at around 20,000 customers.
As of 7:30 p.m., there were 12,000 electric customers without power. The number of outages will likely fluctuate as high winds remain a threat until 9 p.m. this evening.
CenterPoint Energy crews are working to assess damaged equipment and downed power lines and troubleshoot outages. However, restoration efforts could be impacted due to the extent of damage to trees and equipment.
“We are working to restore service to our customers as safely and quickly as possible; however, due to continued high winds, additional outages could occur. Damage assessments and repairs will continue throughout the night,†said Richard Leger, Senior Vice President, Indiana Electric.
Leger added, “Additional crews will arrive in the morning to assist in restoration efforts. Due to the extent of damage to trees and equipment, many customers could remain without power through the weekend. We appreciate our customers’ patience as our crews work to make repairs.â€
Priority of restoration is given to facilities vital to safety, health, and welfare, such as hospitals, water treatment plants and public service facilities. After key facilities, the company follows its priority restoration process by making repairs to electrical facilities that will return power to the largest number of customers first, then continue the restoration process by prioritizing repairs to benefit the greatest number of customers until power is returned to everyone.
CenterPoint Energy reminds all customers:
- Stay away from downed power lines. Be especially mindful of downed lines that could be hidden and treat all downed lines as if they are energized.
- Be cautious around work crews and give them distance to assess damages and make repairs.
- If your power is out, do not open freezers and refrigerators any more than absolutely necessary. Opening these appliances will allow food to thaw more quickly.
- Consider checking with others who may benefit from your assistance.
- Report any downed lines or damage to 800-227-1376.
For latest information on power outages:
- Report outages by texting the word “OUT” to 83212
- Sign up for Power Alert Service for information on individual outages
- Follow @CNPAlerts Indiana and visit our outage map for general outage locations; and
Sen. Braun, Congressman Biggs lead push to recognize national debt as a threat to national security
WASHINGTON — Senator Mike Braun (R-IN) and Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) have introduced a resolution that formally recognizes America’s national debt as a threat to its national security. Reckless spending, unbalanced budgets, and waste have soared the national debt to more than $31 trillion.
“Our staggering national debt is the greatest national security threat to the United States, but no one wants to talk about it. Washington needs political will and a backbone to stop reckless spending and restore regular order to address our fiscal crisis,â€Â said Senator Braun.
“Our government’s spending spree is unsustainable and inches us closer to defaulting. America produces significant revenue and yet we continue to find ourselves in a position where we are unable to pay our bills. This means future generations will bear these costs and that’s unacceptable. If our government does not become more fiscally responsible, we will no longer be able to adequately fund our military apparatus as well as basic societal services. That is a recipe for a disaster and enables our adversaries to surpass us on the global stage. Raising the debt ceiling every year is a cop-out. This resolution will restore regular order to the appropriations process and acknowledge that Washington has a spending problem. I am grateful for Senator Braun’s dedication to this critical issue,â€Â said Congressman Biggs.Â
Indiana State Police Fort Wayne Post Trooper Struck and Killed in the Line of Duty
(DeKalb County, IN)- The Indiana State Police is mourning the loss of one of its own this evening as a result of a vehicle crash incident that occurred this afternoon on Interstate 69 south of Auburn. The crash claimed the life of Master Trooper James R. Bailey, 50, of Auburn, IN, who served with the Indiana State Police for more than fifteen years.
The preliminary investigation by the Indiana State Police indicates that at approximately 4:30 p.m. this afternoon, Trooper Bailey was assisting other troopers on I-69 with traffic backup as a result of weather-related vehicle crashes near the 326-mile marker south of Auburn.
At that time, Trooper Bailey became aware of an individual driving at a high rate of speed evading an officer from the Fort Wayne Police Department on I-69 approaching his location. Trooper Bailey attempted to de-escalate that vehicle pursuit by deploying stop sticks. Trooper Bailey was struck by the suspect vehicle and critically injured. Emergency medical care was rendered at the scene and he was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Trooper Bailey is survived by his wife, son, and daughter. Family notifications have been made.
“This is a tremendously sad day for the entire Indiana State Police family. We will band together as we always do in support of Trooper Bailey’s family, friends and co-workersâ€, said Indiana State Police Superintendent Douglas G. Carter.
The suspect driver involved in this incident, Terry Dewaine Sands II, 42, of Marion, IN, was taken into custody and has been incarcerated in the DeKalb County Jail on a preliminary charge of Resisting Law Enforcement Causing Death to Law Enforcement Officer, a Level 2 Felony.
This is still an ongoing investigation. All findings will be turned over to the DeKalb County Prosecutor for review and determination of any further charges that may be filed.
The Indiana State Police was assisted at the scene by the Fort Wayne Police Department, DeKalb County Sheriff Department, Auburn Police Department, DeKalb County EMS, Auburn Fire Department, and troopers from neighboring Indiana State Police Peru Post.
No additional information is available for release at this time.
*All suspects named in this release are to be presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The charges listed are merely allegations at this time. Mug photo of the suspect may be obtained by contacting the DeKalb County Jail.
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Otters reveal 2023 promotional schedule
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The Evansville Otters are excited to announce the promotion schedule for the 2023 regular season.
Things kick off at Bosse Field on Opening Night presented by Signarama on May 12 against the reigning West Division Champion Washington Wild Things.
The first batch of weekly promotions kick off on May 16 as the Otters begin six straight games against Canadian teams. This season’s weekly promotions include:
Tuesday: Fifth Third Family Night
Wednesday: Senior Connection Wednesday
Thursday: Budweiser Thirsty Thursday
The Otters have two jersey auctions planned for the 2023 season including one on A League of Their Own Night and “E†is for Everyone Night.
Keep an eye out as promotions will be added in the coming weeks.
Season ticket packages are on sale now for the 2023 season. Group and single-game tickets will go on sale in the coming weeks.
WEATHER ALTERS UE BASEBALL WEEKEND SCHEDULE AGAINST BOWLING GREEN
WEATHER ALTERS UE BASEBALL WEEKEND SCHEDULE AGAINST BOWLING GREEN
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Due to expected inclement weather in the Evansville area on Friday, the University of Evansville baseball series’ schedule against Bowling Green State this weekend has been changed. The two teams will now play two doubleheaders on Saturday and Sunday to complete the scheduled four-game series.
The series will begin with the regularly-scheduled Saturday doubleheader at 12 p.m. central time at German American Bank Field at Charles H. Braun Stadium in Evansville. UE and Bowling Green will also play a doubleheader on Sunday, beginning at 11 a.m. central time. The first game of both doubleheaders will be seven-inning contests, with 45 minutes set for between games.
Evansville (3-5) will ride a three-game winning streak into Saturday’s doubleheader, after posting a 14-8 victory at preseason Ohio Valley Conference favorite Southeast Missouri State on Wednesday. Bowling Green, meanwhile, will bring a 2-4 overall record into the series after winning one of three games at #5 Louisville last weekend.
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USI, Trelcru to break ground on mountain bike trails
USI, Trelcru to break ground on mountain bike trails, announce fundraising efforts for the second phase
WHO:Â Steve Bridges, USI Vice President for Finance and Administration; Jim Wolfe, USI Director of Facility Operations and Planning; and Brad Scales, Principal of Trelcru trail building company
All three will be available for comment following the announcement.
WHAT:Â USI and Trelcru will break ground on a one-acre section of downhill flow trail on the west side of campus, the first dedicated mountain bike trails on the University of Southern Indiana campus. Information will also be provided about a fundraising campaign to raise matching dollars for a state grant that would enable a second phase of trails to be built on campus.
WHEN: 10 a.m. Monday, March 6
WHERE: Outdoor area just west of the USI Ceramics Center. Parking will be available in Lot F across University Blvd from the groundbreaking site.
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