PJM: Baltimore Load Shed Caused by Tx Equipment Failure
PJM directed a load shed in the Baltimore region on Aug. 11 to avoid a cascade condition on the Chestnut-Frederick 115-kV line after the nearby Brandon Shores substation experienced an unplanned disconnect. | Yes Energy
Aug 24, 2025
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An Aug. 11 load-shedding event in Baltimore was caused by equipment failure at the Brandon Shores substation, causing all breakers to open and cutting the city off from a major transmission feeder.



