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National grid asking customers to cut electric usage due to sweltering heat in region

Posted 7/22/11

Due to continued high demand caused by hot weather and forecasts for it to continue, National Grid is asking customers in its upstate New York customers to reduce all unnecessary electricity usage …

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National grid asking customers to cut electric usage due to sweltering heat in region

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Due to continued high demand caused by hot weather and forecasts for it to continue, National Grid is asking customers in its upstate New York customers to reduce all unnecessary electricity usage until 6 p.m. today.

The request is being made to reduce demand on utility equipment and maintain system reliability, the company said.

The company said "Electricity supply to the area is adequate, but heavy demand and high temperatures could potentially challenge regional networks."

National Grid suggests:

• Put off energy using activity –Turn off lights when they are not needed, and avoid cooking, bathing or washing clothes during this period.

• Unplug electronics – Even though your television and other appliances are turned off, electronics with little standby lights still draw electricity. Unplug any unnecessary appliances.

• Adjust the thermostat, use fans – To reduce the energy use of your air conditioning systems set the thermostat as high as health and comfort will permit. Using fans in occupied rooms, instead of air conditioning, also reduces energy usage.