As a record-breaking heat wave grips New York City, Mayor Eric Adams is urging residents to take a drastic step to avoid a potential blackout: keeping their air conditioning units at a relatively high temperature of 78 degrees. The mayor's plea comes as the city's power grid is under immense strain, with electricity demand expected to surge during the sweltering heat. With temperatures forecasted to reach the mid-90s, Adams is urging New Yorkers to make small sacrifices to help prevent widespread power outages. By keeping their ACs at 78 degrees, residents can help reduce the strain on the grid and prevent a blackout, but it remains to be seen whether the public will heed the mayor's call.
N.Y.C. Mayor Asks Residents to Set AC at 78 Degrees to Avoid Blackout During Heat Wave People.com
