Duquesne Light says the combination of strong winds and extreme heat could impact the grid and damage equipment, which could result in service disruptions. The company is increasing staffing in order to safely respond to any outages as quickly as possible. Because of potentially hazardous conditions, some response times may be delayed. Duquesne Light is encouraging the public to take simple steps to stay safe and be prepared, including: Ensure that cell phones and other necessary electronics are fully charged. Keep supplies such as flashlights and a battery-powered radio in a emergency preparedness kit and Sign up for outage notifications through your DLC account to stay informed.