Emergency order authorizes grid operator for parts of central U.S. to use backup sources [8xUv25UtJu5]

Health Updated on August 11, 2026 EDT — Published on August 11, 2026 EDT

The Department of Energy's order addresses Southwest Power Pool, which serves parts of western Iowa. ▶️ Subscribe to Local 5 on YouTube: Facebook: / weareiowa X: Instagram: / weareiowa 💻 Stream us on WeAreIowa+: 📱 Download the We Are Iowa app: 📩 Get Local 5’s "5 Things to Know" email newsletter in your inbox: