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PSE&G is Ready for 100-Degree Heat This Week: How to Stay Safe, Be Energy Smart and Report Outages
PSE&G is Ready for 100-Degree Heat This Week: How to Stay Safe, Be Energy Smart and Report

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With temperatures topping 100 degrees across New Jersey this week, here's how to stay cool, reduce and track your energy usage, and get help with your billNEWARK, N.J., June 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- With temperatures expected to climb to over 100 degrees for several consecutive days this week, PSE&G is prepared to respond and is encouraging customers to take steps now to stay safe, conserve energy and manage their bills.According to the National Weather Service, temperatures in the upper 90s and over 100 degrees are expected throughout this week, which can increase energy use leading to potentially higher bills as well as increase the potential for power outages.How is PSE&G preparing for the heat wave?PSE&G strengthens and modernizes its system year-round from the large transmission lines that carry power to substations, to the wires that run down each street, and prepares its workforce to deliver power safely when extreme weather hits. By continually investing in the electric system and preparing our workforce, we are building a more resilient system and maintaining the high level of reliability our customers and communities expect."Each year, PSE&G strengthens and modernizes our system and prepares our workforce to deliver power safely when extreme weather hits," said Paul Toscarelli, vice president, electric operations, PSE&G. "This year has already seen several heat waves, which put real stress on both people and the electric system. This is part of the long-term preparation we do as one of the nation's most reliable utilities."PSE&G relies on the regional grid operator PJM to ensure the flow of adequate electric supply to meet customer demand all year long and when extreme weather hits. On June 26, PJM issued a hot weather alert that can be found here: Hot Weather Alerts Issued for June 29 to July 3 Ahead of Expected Heat Wave.How can you stay safe during extreme heat?Before the temperature rises, know how to stay safe and comfortable while keeping energy use in check.Tips to Stay Safe in the Heat:Stay hydrated; avoid alcohol and caffeineAvoid overexertion, especially between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.Never leave children or pets in enclosed vehiclesKnow the signs of heat exhaustion and act quicklyWear light, loose-fitting clothing and avoid dark colorsIf anyone in the household relies on electricity to operate life-sustain...
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