California’s power grid operators issued a rare wintertime “flex alert” today, urging everyone to conserve electricity at least through 10 p.m.
The alert was issued by the California Independent System Operator, which runs the transmission grid.
Californians were urged to hold off on using heavy appliances like washers, dryers and vacuum cleaners while the alert was in effect.
“Put ‘em off until 10 p.m.,” said Stephanie McCorkle, spokeswoman for the ISO. “The situation is not getting better; it’s getting worse.” She said Californians should also turn out unneeded lights and adjust their thermostats.
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