17 states under emergency power order after extreme heat raises blackout fears

Seventeen states are currently under an emergency power order as extreme heat increases the risk of blackouts. This specific order enables the provider to manage and direct resources as a final measure. This action serves as a last resort to prevent the declaration of an Energy Emergency Alert 3, which represents the highest level of energy emergency. The measure aims to stabilize the grid amidst soaring temperatures and rising electricity demand across the affected regions.