ERCOT issues Level 3 alert, rotating power outages in progress

Texans who shopped for electricity in 2014 paid more on average than folks who only had one power option. (Photo by Dan Atrill via The Texas Tribune)

Posted: Feb 15, 2021 / 12:51 AM CST

Updated: Feb 15, 2021 / 02:08 AM CST

Editor’s Note: This story has been updated.

AUSTIN, Texas (KVEO) — The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued an Energy Emergency Alert, Level 3.

ERCOT has now began rotating outages.

According to their website, “electric demand is very high right now, and supplies can’t keep up.”

AEP Texas was instructed by ERCOT to begin temporary power outages across service areas. Outages are expected to last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour.

ERCOT has directed AEP Texas to begin temporary power outages across the service territory to reduce demand on the electric system. We expect the outages to last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, but maybe longer. Please stay safe. pic.twitter.com/tNtSm0JD96
— AEP Texas (@AEPTexas) February 15, 2021