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Winter Freeze Operations

By bpub | January 26, 2018 | Comments Off on Winter Freeze Operations

Due to its geographic location and proximity to the equator, the Rio Grande Valley’s inhabitants – people, plants and animals – are not accustomed to frigid temperatures like the ones seen in December 2017 and January 2018. As a result, the Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) was impacted by numerous factors due to a cold…

Water Valve Replacement Program to Cause Service Interruptions

By bpub | January 22, 2018 | Comments Off on Water Valve Replacement Program to Cause Service Interruptions

BROWNSVILLE, Texas – There will be three water service interruptions in Brownsville during the week of Jan. 22-28 as part of the water valve replacement program being conducted by the Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB).

BPUB: Restorations Ongoing and Electricity Conservation Needed

By bpub | January 17, 2018 | Comments Off on BPUB: Restorations Ongoing and Electricity Conservation Needed

The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) reports that crews are working to restore service to about 2,289 BPUB customers who are without electricity today.

Some BPUB Customers to Experience Water Service Interruption

By bpub | January 12, 2018 | Comments Off on Some BPUB Customers to Experience Water Service Interruption

The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) announces there will be a water service interruption Tuesday, Jan. 16, from 9 p.m. until approximately 6 a.m. Wednesday, as crews replace water valves. The service interruption will affect approximately 200 customers.

BPUB to Replace Electric Cables at Palm Gardens Subdivision

By bpub | January 12, 2018 | Comments Off on BPUB to Replace Electric Cables at Palm Gardens Subdivision

The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) will be conducting repairs on underground electric lines throughout Palm Gardens Subdivision starting Monday, Jan. 15. The estimated completion date for this project is Feb. 9, but this could change depending on various factors, including weather.

Temporary Power Outage in North Brownsville

By bpub | January 2, 2018 | Comments Off on Temporary Power Outage in North Brownsville

Approximately 1,600 Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) customers in north Brownsville experienced a power outage at 9:49 a.m. Crews are currently investigating the cause of the power outage and working to get power restored as soon as possible. The cold and wet weather that Brownsville has been experiencing can often result in power outages, but…

Winter Weather Tips

By bpub | December 7, 2017 | Comments Off on Winter Weather Tips

As temperatures drop this week, the Brownsville Public Utilities Board urges customers to follow these tips to help keep their homes and families safe during the cold weather.

Some BPUB Customers to Experience Water Service Interruption

By bpub | November 28, 2017 | Comments Off on Some BPUB Customers to Experience Water Service Interruption

The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) announces there will be a water service interruption Tuesday, Nov. 28, from 10:30 p.m. until approximately 4 a.m. Wednesday, as crews replace water valves. The service interruption will affect approximately 200 customers.

Some BPUB Customers to Experience Water Service Interruption

By bpub | November 15, 2017 | Comments Off on Some BPUB Customers to Experience Water Service Interruption

The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) announces there will be a water service interruption Thursday, Nov. 16, from 10:30 p.m. until approximately 4 a.m. Friday, as crews replace water valves. The service interruption will affect approximately 260 customers.

Expert Spotlight: Juan R. Carrizales

By bpub | October 27, 2017 | Comments Off on Expert Spotlight: Juan R. Carrizales

Enjoying the sun, sand and surf at South Padre Island with his wife, Norma and their children, Giselle and Sebastian, BPUB Regulatory Compliance Specialist Juan R. Carrizales says that’s why his work matters.  Clean air and water are important to him personally and professionally.