Due to high temperatures forecasted through early next week, Atlantic City Electric (ACE) is sharing with its customers tips on keeping cool and ways to decrease energy usage.

ACE has all of its resources available to respond in coordination with emergency management partners if any outages occur during this heat wave. In addition to internal linemen, the company has contractors already working on the system and tree trimming personnel ready to respond, if needed. In preparation, crews have confirmed that additional poles, transformers, and cable are fully stocked and ready to deploy.

Here are a few ways in which all customers can make a difference and save energy:

  • Turn off or unplug all unnecessary lighting, devices and appliances.
  • When the AC is on, keep all outside doors and windows closed. Closing shades, blinds and curtains can also help keep unwanted heat from entering your home.
  • Turn on ceiling fans to evenly distribute cool air throughout your home.
  • It is important not to have lamps, televisions or other heat sources close to the air conditioner thermostat - heat from these sources may cause the air conditioner unit to run longer than it should.
  • Ensure that ducts and fans are not blocked by furniture. This will enable cool air to circulate freely, making your home more comfortable.

Atlantic City Electric customers can find home energy saving tips and information on reducing their bills at www.atlanticcityelectric.com.

Customers are asked to please report any outages and to stay away from any downed wires. To report outages and/or downed wires, please call 1-800-833-7476, follow the prompts, and please ask for a call back to confirm that power has been restored. Outages also may be reported through atlanticcityelectric.com or through the company's mobile app. Customers can find tips on preparing for a storm and learn how to receive outage alerts on our website, atlanticcityelectric.com/storm.

Find additional information on ways to save energy and money by visiting atlanticcityelectric.com. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/atlanticcityelectric and on Twitter at twitter.com/acelecconnect.

Our mobile app is available at atlanticcityelectric.com/mobileapp.

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