With temperatures in Oklahoma soaring into triple figures and power usage records being set, Oklahoma Gas and Electric has issued an electricity advisory for this week.

OG&E's system carried more than 6,500 megawatts of electricity at the peak of demand on Aug. 2 and set a record two days later by carrying more than 6,600 megawatts at the peak. The previous record of 6,473 megawatts was set Aug. 10, 2006.

OG&E spokesman Brian Alford says customers are encouraged to use less electricity, particularly between high-demand periods between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. daily.

OG&E suggests raising air conditioner thermostats, keeping blinds and drapes closed, not using ovens, clothes dryers or dishwashers and turning off or unplugging any unnecessary electric equipment.