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Energy Department Issues Order to Allow Backup Power Amid Mid‑Atlantic Blackout Risk

Energy Department authorizes backup power for Mid‑Atlantic grid this week to prevent potential blackout, with no major outages reported.

Business · 1 min read · Source: The New York Times
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The U.S. Energy Department issued an order on Friday as a precautionary measure to address the risk of a blackout in the Mid‑Atlantic region. The directive permits grid operators to tap into backup generation resources for the upcoming week.

The move comes amid heightened concerns about potential disruptions, though officials reported that no widespread outages have occurred to date. By authorizing additional standby power, the department aims to bolster grid stability and prevent any large‑scale service interruptions.

The order is limited in scope and duration, focusing specifically on the Mid‑Atlantic area, and is intended to be a temporary safeguard while longer‑term solutions are evaluated.

Originally reported by The New York Times. Read the full story at The New York Times ›
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