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Northwest Side apartment residents demand answers, accountability after days without power
By Zaria Oates, Emilio Sanchez, Maria Wence at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 1, 2026
· 3 min read
Residents at Fairways 5 Apartments on the Northwest Side say they went without power for several hours — and in some cases, days — over the weekend as temperatures were high. Management told KSAT the issue began with a CPS Energy issue and that the property has worked with the utility to resolve ...
Key takeaway Arguello, who has a 1-year-old child, said her family worked to keep their toddler out of a nearly 90-degree apartment.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The power outage at Fairways 5 Apartments raises concerns about the reliability of utility services in Alamo Heights and surrounding areas. As temperatures continue to rise, residents, especially those with vulnerable family members, rely heavily on consistent electricity to maintain a safe living environment. The fact that some residents were forced to seek alternative accommodations and incur significant expenses due to spoiled groceries and meals underscores the need for prompt communication and resolution from property management and utility providers. In this case, the initial issue with CPS Energy and the subsequent attempts to bypass the damaged line resulted in a broader outage, affecting the entire property. As the city's population grows, it is crucial for utility companies and property managers to invest in infrastructure and emergency response plans to mitigate the impact of outages on residents, particularly during extreme weather conditions.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Residents at Fairways 5 Apartments on the Northwest Side say they went without power for several hours — and in some cases, days — over the weekend as temperatures were high. Management told KSAT the issue began with a CPS Energy issue and that the property has worked with the utility to resolve ...
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