ERCOT Calls for Energy Conservation During Arctic Front in Texas
With the arrival of an Arctic front in Texas, ERCOT (Electric Reliability Council of Texas) has issued a plea to Texas residents to conserve energy due to the possibility of low reserves. The agency has set a deadline for energy conservation from Monday, January 15, 6 am to 10 am.
According to ERCOT, operating reserves are expected to be low tomorrow morning due to continued sub-zero temperatures, record demand, and unusually low wind. In a statement, ERCOT asked Texas businesses and residents to conserve electricity use, if it is safe to do so.
The agency’s call for energy conservation comes as Texas braces for extreme weather, including the possibility of winter precipitation. As temperatures drop, it’s crucial for residents to take precautions to stay warm and reduce the risk of power outages.
In light of the impending Arctic front, it’s important for Texans to understand the differences in winter precipitation. All precipitation starts as snow because it is high in the atmosphere, but as it passes through different layers and reaches the surface, it can freeze or fall as snow. Precipitation can take the form of rain, freezing rain, snow, or sleet.
To cope with winter weather in Texas, the CDC recommends several precautions. These include wearing layers of clothing, using an electricity generator safely, heating homes without the risk of fire or monoxide poisoning, and preparing an emergency kit for travel in case of extreme weather conditions.
As Texans prepare for the arrival of the Arctic front, it’s important to take these precautionary measures for safety and convenience.