Heatwave prompts seventh consecutive day of statewide Flex Alert
As skyrocketing temperatures compel locals to turn on A/C or run their fans on full blast, how effective are Flex Alerts actually, in preventing future outages?
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As skyrocketing temperatures compel locals to turn on A/C or run their fans on full blast, how effective are Flex Alerts actually, in preventing future outages?
Pacific Gas and Electric is asking customers to turn their thermostats up to 78 degrees and avoid using large appliances during the Flex Alert.
Along with calls to conserve amid a record-breaking heat wave, officials were also calling for boosts to supply, courtesy of some new generators.
California's forecasts showing peak energy demand at more than 52,000 megawatts would set a new record from the previous high in 2006. Blackouts are possible.
The California Independent System Operator has now issued an Energy Emergency Alert 3, in effect from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.