Power Warning - Conservation Critical; 

Risk of rotating outages - Energy Emergency Alert 2

ERCOT is in Energy Emergency Alert 2. Operators will begin dropping large commercial/industrial load resources under contract to be interrupted during an emergency. Local utility companies take measures to secure distribution system load and take possible action to transfer service to non-ERCOT Control Area.

CONSERVATION TIPS

SUMMER EXTREME CONDITIONS: Consumers can help by shutting off unnecessary lights and electrical appliances between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., and delaying laundry and other activities requiring electricity-consuming appliances until later in the evening. Other conservation tips from the Public Utility Commission's "Powerful Advice" include:

• Limit electricity usage to only that consumption which is absolutely necessary. Turn off all unnecessary lights, appliances, and electronic equipment.
• Do not use your dishwasher, laundry equipment, hair dryers, coffee makers, pool pump, or other home appliances between the hours of 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• Close blinds and drapes on windows that get direct sun, set air conditioning thermostats to 80 degrees, and use fans to circulate the air.
• Use microwaves or outdoor grills for cooking to avoid heating the home.
• Businesses should minimize the use of electric lighting and electricity-consuming equipment as much as possible.
• Large consumers of electricity should consider shutting down or reducing non-essential production processes.

See more conservation tips at "Powerful Advice," Public Utility Commission of Texas: http://www.puc.state.tx.us/agency/conserve/Conserve.aspx

CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Public Utility Commission Consumer Hotline -- 1-888-782-8777
Office of Public Utility Counsel Consumer Assistance -- 1-877-839-0363
For more information:
Rotating Outages FAQ
Severe Weather Events