An emergency alert has been issued in Alberta due to high risk of rotating power outages on Saturday night.
High power demand caused by the extreme cold is putting pressure on the grid, said the emergency alert.
Residents are asked to immediately reduce electricity use to essentials only.
The Alberta Emergency Management Agency (AEMA) is urging Albertans to turn off unnecessary lights, avoid cooking with a stove and delay charging electric vehicles.
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This is an Alberta Emergency Alert issued by the Alberta Emergency Management Agency.<br><br>Extreme cold resulting in high power demand has placed the Alberta grid at a high risk of rotating power outages this