The extreme cold is causing “significant” strain.

The largest utility company in Minnesota is urging customers to lower their thermostats to prevent natural gas shortages as a deadly arctic deep freeze envelopes the Midwest.

In a Wednesday statement, Xcel Energy spokesperson Matt Lindstrom said extremely cold weather is causing “significant” strain on the utility giant’s natural gas system.

Until further notice, you are urged to turn down your thermostat to 60 degrees or lower and avoid the use of other natural gas appliances including hot water,” Lindstrom said.

It is unknown how many customers will be impacted by the possible shortages.

Meanwhile, the bitter cold has triggered wide-spread closures of public schools and government building across the state.

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January 30, 2019 at 11:58PM