As a sweltering heatwave grips New York City, Con Edison is urging customers in parts of Brooklyn and Queens to conserve energy and limit their power usage due to ongoing repair work. The utility company has implemented a "load management" program, which aims to reduce the strain on the electrical grid to prevent power outages. The affected areas include several neighborhoods in Brooklyn and Queens, where residents are being asked to avoid using high-power appliances such as air conditioners and electric stoves during peak hours. With temperatures expected to soar into the triple digits, Con Edison's request comes as a relief to many, but also serves as a reminder of the challenges posed by the city's aging infrastructure during extreme weather events.
NYC HEATWAVE: Con Edison asks customers in parts of Brooklyn and Queens to limit power as repair work continues amNewYork
