As New York City’s heat wave continues, some residents are being urged to reduce their electricity use as the power grid faces added strain.
PIX11 reported that on the heat wave’s second day, Con Edison lowered voltage in parts of the northwest Bronx and northern Manhattan and asked customers there to conserve energy while crews repaired equipment.
What’s happening?
Con Edison has asked customers in parts of the northwest Bronx and northern Manhattan to cut back on electricity use as it responds to equipment trouble during the heat wave.
The utility reduced voltage by 8% in both affected areas during the repair work, a measure intended to protect equipment and help keep service in place…