JACKSON, Tenn. – Current weather conditions have caused a tight power supply situation, and TVA is asking all electric power consumers to reduce their use of electricity as much as possible beginning Thursday, 2/20, at 6 a.m. until further notice.
The voluntary reduction is needed to help ensure a continued supply of power to essential services throughout the Tennessee Valley region and avoid interruptions in service.
TVA is using all available resources, purchasing available power from neighboring utilities, and crews from TVA and local power companies are working around the clock to make power available to consumers.
TVA and local power companies also have cut back on power use in their facilities by adjusting thermostats; reducing lighting and taking other measures to reduce electricity consumption.
Officials of the 153 local power companies in the Tennessee Valley are asking all electric power consumers–residential, commercial and industrial–to cooperate in reducing power usage during this critical situation.
Consumers should:
● Postpone using electric appliances such as dishwashers, dryers and cooking equipment until the warmest parts of the day when power demand is lower.
● Reduce the use of heating by adjusting thermostats to 68 degrees F. or a temperature that is both comfortable and safe. (Wear additional layers and bundle up to stay warm).
● Turn off lights, appliances and other electrical equipment not needed.
Updates and notifications will be provided on social media, website and through local media for the duration of the situation.
