TEXAS, USA — The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is alerting Texans to watch the power grid for the rest of this week.
The council has issued a Weather Watch that will be in effect this Wednesday through Friday. They say it's due to high temperatures, higher power demand, and "potential for lower reserves."
According to ERCOT's notifications page, Texans are being asked to watch the power grid conditions and cut back on their energy use starting Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. if possible. And the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) is echoing that recommendation.
Some tips include avoiding large appliance like a washer and dryer and unplugging anything non-essential.
ERCOT officials shared that grid conditions are expected to remain normal.
Both ERCOT and the PUCT will continue to closely monitor conditions throughout the week and keep the public informed.
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