🌱 TVA Rolling Blackout Update + Restaurants Open on Christmas Day

Merry Christmas, friends! Welcome back for this holiday edition of the Huntsville Daily! In today's issue, we'll cover these stories and more...

• TVA rolling blackout update
• Homeless population struggling with limited spaces
• Restaurants open today

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But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and very cold. High: 31 Low: 14.

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Here are the top stories in Huntsville today:

1. The TVA implemented rolling blackouts yesterday morning, which means many in the area lost power for 30-minute intervals. The blackouts were canceled before lunch. However, many (as of writing) are still without power due to the winter weather. If you’re still experiencing power outages, make sure to report it to your local utility company. According to Huntsville Utilities, if your power is restored, you shouldn’t use any major appliances for at least 15 minutes, or there’s a risk that your power will shut off again due to the sudden drain. (AL.com)
2. The homeless population in the area is struggling due to the limited spaces in the area to keep warm. With few warming centers and homeless shelters, they have filled up quickly and many are left outside in the freezing temperatures. (WHNT News 19)

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Today in Huntsville:

• Christmas Caroling at Meadowview Healthcare and Rehab (12:15 PM)
• Christmas Night at Humphrey’s with Mike Cavner and Trey Morgan (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Here’s a list from WZDX on restaurants in the area that are supposed to be open today! If I were you, I’d call ahead to be sure nothing has changed. (Details)
• The Huntsville Botanical Garden Galaxy of Lights was closed yesterday and will remain closed until Monday to conserve power due to the extreme weather! (Details)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Sunday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Amy Young

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