Map Shows the 13 States Under Emergency Order to Prevent Blackouts
Summary
The U.S. Department of Energy has issued an emergency order for PJM Interconnection to prevent power blackouts in 13 states and Washington, D.C. The order requires PJM to use extra power plants as needed during a period of high electricity demand and equipment maintenance from October 13 to October 16.Key Facts
- PJM Interconnection manages electricity for over 67 million people in 13 states and Washington, D.C.
- The emergency order is to reduce blackout risks caused by warm weather and planned maintenance outages.
- The order directs specified power plants to come online to maintain reliable electricity supply.
- The order runs from October 13 to October 16, 2024.
- PJM expects no direct impact on customers, who are not asked to take action.
- On October 13, demand is forecasted at about 111,500 megawatts (MW).
- Around 61,591 MW of power generation will be offline on October 14 due to maintenance.
- The order helps ensure electricity remains affordable, reliable, and secure during the maintenance period.
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