Nearly two weeks after storms hit, thousands of residents in Gary, Indiana are still without power. The outages are impacting a predominantly Black city, causing medical complications for some and forcing others to cook at local parks before food spoils. The situation has persisted for 13 days, leaving many feeling abandoned.
Kimya Williams, a resident, described the situation as familiar. Left-leaning and right-leaning coverage both report the disproportionate impact on Gary’s Black community, though neither outlet details the specific reasons for the prolonged outages. NBC News reports some residents are experiencing medical complications due to the lack of electricity. The Washington Times notes the situation is particularly frustrating for those who have experienced similar disruptions in the past.
While the exact number of affected households varies across reports, the lack of a swift restoration of power has prompted concern and frustration among residents. No right-leaning outlet reported this story beyond the Washington Times. The ongoing situation raises questions about the speed and equity of disaster response in Gary, Indiana.
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