 more severe hurricanes. This Category 1 storm knocked out power to more customers than Hurricane Ike, a Category 4 storm, did in 2008. Experts say the utility needs to install more weather-hardened distribution poles that can actually withstand hurricane-force winds. It's very hot in Houston, Dominic. Heat index in the mid-90s, extreme heat warnings. What is the risk to people without air conditioning between now and Monday?