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RANCHO MIRAGE, CA (August 17, 2022) - The California Independent System Operator (ISO) has issued a statewide Flex Alert, a call for voluntary electricity conservation, for today, Wednesday, August 17, 2022, from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m., due to predicted high energy demand across Southern California.
What to do before a Flex Alert:
Pre-cool your home before 4:00 p.m.
Set air conditioning to 78 degrees, if health permits
Avoid using major appliances
Turn off unnecessary lights
Unplug unused electrical devices
Close blinds and drapes
Use fans when possible
Limit the time the refrigerator door is open
A Flex Alert is issued when the electricity grid is under stress because of generation or transmission outages or from constant hot temperatures.
A Flex Alert is a call for consumers to conserve electricity voluntarily. Your participation can help avoid more serious steps to protect the power grid, including rotating outages.
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