Today’s Flex Alert is available here.

There is currently not a sufficient supply of energy to meet the high amounts of demand during the heatwave. Based on the current forecast and without significant conservation efforts, rotating power outages are likely throughout the state today between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m.
 
Consumer conservation efforts really helped both during the last heatwave and yesterday when the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) called a Stage 2 emergency due to the SoCal wildfires taking out 1,600 MW. We need everyone to help out again today and tomorrow.
 
The CAISO has issued another statewide Flex Alert, a call for voluntary electricity conservation, beginning Saturday and extending through Monday, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
 
Labor Day weekend temperatures are forecast 10-20 degrees above normal for California, and the power grid operator is predicting an increase in electricity demand, primarily from air conditioning use. Overnight temperatures statewide are projected to be at least 10 degrees higher than normal, which doesn’t allow infrastructure to cool down.
 
Taking just a few energy conservation steps can prevent measures, such as rotating power outages or generator equipment failures that can lead to more unexpected severe losses of power.
 
We understand that conserving electricity is difficult, but if all Solana Beach residents and businesses are thoughtful about their energy use, even in small ways, power interruptions can be avoided or limited. 


The Solana Energy Alliance and the City of Solana Beach are urging consumers to:
 
Between 9 p.m. and 9 a.m.
  • Run dishwasher, washing machines or other major appliances
  • Charge electric vehicles
  • Charge mobile devices and laptops
  • Set pool pumps to run

Between 2 p.m. and 9 p.m.
  • Set air conditioning thermostats to 78 degrees, if health permits
  • Defer use of major appliances
  • Turn off unnecessary lights
  • Unplug unused electrical devices
  • Close blinds and drapes
  • Use fans when possible
  • Limit time the refrigerator door is open

For more information, view the California ISO news release.