Seventeen states are now operating under a federal energy emergency order, and Louisiana is one of them. The grid is holding, but the margins are thin.
Forecasters say the changes might creep in unnoticed at first but when they arrive they could bring pain, suffering, and even loss of life to Louisiana, Texas, and a large portion of the country.
Hundreds of dollars in savings are available to help you beat the Louisiana heat this summer. But you'll need to take advantage of the offer this week.
The A/C or air conditioner in many Louisiana homes will be put to the test over these next several days of record heat. Here's how you can help your unit and keep your costs lower.