Map Shows States Under Emergency Order to Stop Blackouts
Summary
The U.S. Department of Energy issued an emergency order authorizing the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) to use extra power resources across 17 states to prevent blackouts during extreme heat. This action allows SPP to run backup power plants as needed to keep electricity flowing until August 3.Key Facts
- The emergency order was issued on July 26 by Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
- It covers all or parts of 17 states, including Texas, Louisiana, Missouri, and Colorado.
- SPP manages electricity transmission over about 732,000 square miles with 85,000 miles of power lines.
- The order lets SPP operate backup power plants as a last resort to keep the grid stable.
- The emergency order is designed to prevent blackouts during a severe heat wave increasing electricity demand.
- Over 35 gigawatts of unused backup power is available nationwide to support the grid.
- Extreme heat is forecasted to continue across the Central and Southern U.S., with temperatures reaching above 100 degrees Fahrenheit in some areas.
- The order expires at 11:59 p.m. CDT on August 3.
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