Texas power grid calls off appeal to conserve electricity

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas’ power grid manager has called off its appeal to conserve electricity after putting customers on notice about higher-than-expected demand. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas announced late Tuesday night that residents and businesses could go back to regular power use after the grid averted an emergency. There were no notable power outages. Hours earlier ERCOT said it was alerting customers as a precaution, despite typical spring temperatures. The gri