Alice, TX 78332 (Jim Wells County) Natural Gas Alert
Official Nicor Gas Field Crew Dispatch & Restoration Bulletin (#9080)
Alice, TX Affected Areas & Feeder Network
Compiled directly from Nicor Gas real-time outage management system (OMS).
Affected Subdivisions, Avenues & Feeder Circuits
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Live SignalNatural Gas Safety Protocol & Restoration Guarantees
Federal pipeline regulations require licensed gas distributors to respond immediately to odor reports. Restoring gas service requires physical safety inspections and meter relighting.
🛡️ Natural Gas Leak Emergency Protocol
Civic Preparedness StandardsIf you smell sulfur or rotten eggs, immediately evacuate everyone from the building. Do not attempt to locate the leak yourself.
Do NOT turn light switches on or off, do not use landline phones, and do not ring doorbells. Any tiny spark can ignite gas vapors.
Once outdoors and safely upwind, call 911 and Nicor Gas at 1-888-642-6748.
Never attempt to turn natural gas meters back on yourself. Utility technicians must inspect line pressure and perform appliance relights.
Jim Wells, TX Grid Reliability & Outage Synopsis
A localized grid reliability disruption is currently in progress across Jim Wells, affecting meters and households in Alice (ZIP Code 78332), within the service jurisdiction of Nicor Gas in Texas. Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) telemetry logged initial circuit trips at Nov 09, 2026, 02:45 PM.
The incident cause is classified as "Emergency Main Gas Line Pressure Drop & Valve Shutoff". Repair squads are working to replace damaged hardware, trim hazardous tree contacts, and verify transformer phase balance across: Magnolia Avenue, 5th Street through 18th Street corridor in Jim Wells (ZIP 78332).
According to updated telemetry, full grid restoration is targeted for Nov 09, 2026 at 11:45 PM. Consumers should keep refrigerator doors shut to prevent food spoilage and check compliance rules set forth by the PHMSA & State Pipeline Safety Board. If your outage causes appliance damage, submit a loss claim using our Outage Compensation Guide.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Official guidance for Alice residents during this incident.
When will power or service be restored in Alice (78332)?
According to Nicor Gas dispatch telemetry, estimated restoration is currently Nov 9, 2026 at 11:45 PM EST. Field crews and lineman teams are actively inspecting local distribution feeders and transformer circuits.
Who is the utility company responsible for this outage?
This interruption is managed by Nicor Gas. You can contact customer service and reporting lines directly at 1-888-642-6748 or visit their customer portal.
What should I do if my food spoils or appliances are damaged?
Take photos of spoiled food items and note purchase values. Under State Public Utility Commission guidelines, you may submit a formal claim with Nicor Gas for unscheduled outages exceeding statutory duration thresholds.
How do I report a downed power line or gas odor in Jim Wells?
Always treat downed electrical lines as energized. Maintain at least a 35-foot perimeter and immediately dial 911. For gas leaks, evacuate immediately without touching light switches and call emergency services from a safe outdoor location.
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