Duke Energy prepares for cold snap, increased power grid demand

As cold air moves into central and eastern North Carolina, Duke Energy said it's prepared to meet the demand. Jeff Brooks with Duke Energy said the company sees the highest demand in the winter. He said they’ve learned a lot from a cold blast in 2022, where millions were without power. Now, their preparation starts with anticipating the high demand during lower temperatures. Lows will be in the 20s and even teens at points during the coming days.Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/weather/duke-energy-cold-snap-increased-demand-power-grid/275-9e5ec5f0-b7fe-4042-a0cd-9c02be91318aWatch WCNC Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m.WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with the team at WCNC Charlotte.   SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeart All of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.