As freezing temperatures hit Mississippi, utilities faced strain and increased demand from residents trying to stay warm. The Mississippi Public Service Commission closely monitored the situation, with Commissioner Wayne Carr emphasizing the importance of staying connected and monitoring outages. One power company mentioned that their winter load was equal to their summer load due to transitioning to more electric units.
Entergy Mississippi assured customers that they had the generating capacity needed to meet demand and did not require any conservation measures. However, they recommend adjusting thermostats and sealing gaps in doors and windows to save on energy bills. Customers concerned about high bills were informed that payment arrangements were available.
Despite the challenges posed by the cold weather, utilities in Mississippi were able to handle the increased demand without significant issues. Residents were encouraged to take simple steps to conserve energy and stay warm during the cold spell. For more news updates, readers were directed to subscribe to the WLBT newsletter.
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