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URGENT POWER CONSERVATION REQUEST: Steuben Co Asked To Take Action Now

By: Charlotte Burke • January 24, 2026 • Angola, IN
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(ANGOLA) - Steuben County REMC and the regional power grid operator say electricity supply is critically tight. Members are being asked to immediately reduce usage until further notice.

What You Can Do Right Now:

Set your thermostat to 68 degrees

Delay showers, dishwashers, and laundry to later in the day

Turn off lights, electronics, and appliances not actively in use

Use a microwave, air fryer, or instant pot instead of an oven

Avoid charging electric vehicles if possible

Even small reductions can help prevent outages during this period of extreme cold.