6 days ago
BGE asks customers to conserve electricity after substation disconnection
Baltimore Gas & Electric (BGE) is asking customers to conserve electricity to avoid possible widespread outages after a substation experienced an unplanned disconnection from BGE's system.
The electrical company issued the warning after a substation failure was tied to the Brandon Shores Power Plant in Curtis Bay, the Maryland Freedom Caucus said.
BGE said in a letter to customers that it is working with the power plant's owner to make safe and quick repairs.
PJM Interconnection, the region's power grid operator, is looking to determine whether there is enough power in the region.
"To reduce the potential for an outage, we are asking all BGE customers to conserve electricity beginning immediately and through this evening," BGE said in the letter.
The letter continues, "Unfortunately, a temporary outage may still be unavoidable. If an outage is necessary, we will make every effort to alert you in advance. Thank you for your patience and understanding."
BGE shared ways to prepare for power outages, including:
According to BGE, here are ways to conserve energy:
