Texas sets all-time power demand records as historic heat wave drags on

with triple-digit record temperatures being reported across large swaths of the state nearly every day. Temperatures, however, aren’t the only thing setting records in the Lone Star State.

demand were hit Tuesday as air conditioners whir seemingly around the clock while Texans try to beat the heat.According to ERCOT, the previous June record for power demand was last year, when 76,681 megawatts were used on June 23. On Tuesday, however, that record was broken when usage peaked at 80,828 megawatts of electricity.

Record-breaking power demands have put a strain on Texas power grids, as residents try to stay cool during the heat wave.According to ERCOT, however, the measurement from Tuesday is preliminary, making the record-breaking statistic unofficial.“Official demand records are NOT confirmed until settlements/data has been finalized which can take several days,” a spokesperson for ERCOT said.

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