BEC Communications

04/13/2026

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04/01/2026

BEC Office will be closed on Good Friday April 3rd.

01/30/2026

Bartlett Electric Cooperative’s origin story reveals how three farmers, a $33,000 REA loan and a single energized line helped bring modern power to rural Texas.

01/28/2026

Outage data from Winter Storm Fern

01/25/2026

Due to inclement weather, Bartlett Electric Cooperative’s office will be closed on Monday, January 26. We will reopen Tuesday, January 27, at 8:00 AM. Thank you for your understanding, stay safe and warm!

01/25/2026

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01/22/2026

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BEC is monitoring weather reports and preparing for an arctic front that is expected to reach Texas this weekend. The National Weather Service is anticipating below freezing temperatures and the potential for precipitation and icy conditions across BEC’s service area Friday evening into Sunday.

BEC is closely monitoring the weather forecast and taking proactive preparations including:
Ensuring we have ample crews who are staged and ready to respond. Making sure vehicles are stocked and winter-ready. Confirming facilities are stocked with supplies and working with our suppliers to ensure adequate reserves are available.

Members are encouraged to make a plan in case outages occur. If you experience an outage, please report it by calling (254) 527-3551 or (512) 746-2771.

Here are some additional tips to help members stay warm and safe:

Prepare your home: Drip faucets to prevent pipes from freezing and wrap outdoor faucets with an insulated cover.

Charge cell phones and prepare your emergency kit: Include food for people and pets, water, medication, blankets, batteries, chargers, and other essential items.

A statewide list of warming centers is available on the Texas Department of Emergency Management’s website. Please remember to check on neighbors, especially those who are elderly and live alone.

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01/21/2026

Bartlett Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Our crews are geared up and continuing to closely monitor the changing weather conditions. We encourage everyone to stay safe and remember the 4 P’s: PEOPLE, PETS, PIPES, and PLANTS — key steps to staying prepared during severe weather.

If you need resources or assistance, please reference the following helpful links:

🔌Report BEC Power Outage: 254-527-3551
https://bartlettec.outagemap.coop/

⚡ERCOT Winter Readiness Updates:
https://www.ercot.com/gridinfo/resiliency/winterready

🚨 Texas Dept of Emergency Management Preparedness Tips
https://www.ready.gov/winter-ready

❄️ National Weather Service – Central Texas
https://www.facebook.com/NWSDallasFortWorth

Please stay safe and take the necessary precautions. We will continue to provide updates as needed.

01/20/2026

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