Learn more about Emergency Response
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September 29, 2026INL is conducting the first ever seismic testing on electric grid equipment to determine how transformers perform during an earthquake.Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response
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September 28, 2026The Phoenix Ascent Exercise 2026 (PAX-26) was a two-day exercise that tested DOE/NNSA's emergency management structures, validated operating procedures, and evaluated its ability to sustain mission-essential functions during national emergencies.National Nuclear Security Administration
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September 25, 2026U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright today issued an emergency order to prevent a Colorado coal plant from going offline to ensure Americans maintain access to affordable, reliable, and secure electricity.Energy.gov
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September 19, 2026Secretary Wright issued an emergency order to stabilize the Carolinas’ grid and mitigate blackout risks amid hot weather conditions.Energy.gov
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Press ReleaseSeptember 19, 2026Emergency orders address critical grid reliability issues and ensure affordable electricity access for hardworking American families and businesses.Energy.gov
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Press ReleaseSeptember 17, 2026Secretary Wright issues an emergency order to stabilize the Mid-Atlantic grid and mitigate the risk of blackouts.Energy.gov
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September 11, 2026Emergency order addresses critical grid reliability issues in the Northwestern U.S. by keeping coal plant onlineEnergy.gov
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September 3, 2026Secretary Wright issued an emergency order to stabilize the Carolinas’ grid and mitigate blackout risks amid hot weather conditions.Energy.gov
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September 1, 2026Secretary Wright issues an emergency order to stabilize the Mid-Atlantic grid and mitigate the risk of blackouts.Energy.gov
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September 1, 2026Emergency order addresses grid reliability concerns and reduces the risk and costs of blackouts.Energy.gov