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Energy Emergency as Heat Wave Hits 30 States | Wilmington News
A record-breaking heat wave is slamming 160 million Americans across 30 states, forcing the U.S. Department of Energy to declare a nationwide energy emergency. Secretary Chris Wright has ordered PJM, the largest grid operator in the Mid-Atlantic, to cut power to non-essential facilities like data centers to prevent blackouts and protect critical infrastructure. Peak demand could hit 166,304 megawatts — shattering a 2006 record — as cities from Chicago to New York face heat index levels nearing 100°F, with air conditioning demand soaring. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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