Houston residents frustrations mounting as power outage enters fifth day [Video]

HOUSTON – Frustration is mounting for some Houstonians as they face day five without power following the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl. Residents are demanding better communication from CenterPoint Energy, as the urgent need for electricity grows.

FOX 26 went out to the Briarwood subdivision in west Houston where the impact of the hurricane continues to be felt. One resident is dealing with the dual tragedy of her husband’s death just hours before the hurricane and her home enduring damage from a fallen tree.

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“The owner of this home lost her husband 12 hours prior to this storm, so it’s been an accumulation, and this was their paradise,” said a neighbor, realizing the extent of the hardship faced.

This week has been described as “hell” by those affected — not just due to the sweltering heat, but because of the personal losses and …