Duke Energy is asking us to limit our power consumption until Monday at 10 am. They believe that the surge in power usage as people return to work could cause outages if we don't decrease the strain on the power grid. So here are some ways we can all help:
- Keep the thermostat at the lowest possible temperature.
- Avoid using appliances like dishwashers, ovens, and dryers in the morning. Instead, use them in the late evening when demand is lower.
- If you have an electric car, charge it at night.
- Limit use of hot water if you have an electric water heater.
Hopefully, if we all pull together in this, we can keep the lights and heat on for everyone!