Firefighters Respond to Substation Cooling Needs in Adams County During Heatwave
On July 3, 2026, firefighters were deployed to two electrical substations in Adams County to cool transformers due to extreme heat. This action highlights the ongoing challenges faced by utility companies amid rising temperatures and heightened energy demands.

Firefighters responded to two electrical substations in Adams County on July 3, 2026, due to extreme heat conditions. The Met-Ed substation in Straban Township required cooling after temperatures reached 105 degrees Fahrenheit.
Fire crews utilized Blitz Fire monitors, flowing 500 gallons per minute, and reported cooling a transformer by five degrees using 5,000 gallons of water. The PJM Interconnection had previously issued an emergency order allowing power generation increases due to high demand. This order was extended until July 6 due to ongoing risks of outages, indicating potential reliability issues for regional power infrastructure.




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