Live and Virtual Press Conference

Delmarva Power Responds to Hurricane Irene Provides Update on Damage Assessment and Storm Response

WHO: Joe Rigby, Pepco Holdings Inc. Chairman, President and CEO

Gary Stockbridge, Delmarva Power Region President

Pat Delaney, American Red Cross of the Delmarva Peninsula President

DATE: Monday, August 29, 2011

TIME: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

WHERE: There are three ways to participate:

Salisbury , Maryland at 2530 N Salisbury Blvd.

Newark, Delaware at 401 Eagle Run Road

By phone at 800-638-4930, code 32394047

As Delmarva Power continues to assess and repair damage caused by Hurricane Irene, keeping the public informed remains a priority. Leaders will provide the latest storm impact information and discuss steps being taken to respond across the Delmarva Peninsula.

In Salisbury, Maryland, Joe Rigby -- Chairman, President and CEO of Delmarva Power parent company, PHI -- will offer comments on the corporation's efforts across its Mid-Atlantic service territories. He will be joined via teleconference by Gary Stockbridge, Delmarva Power Region President, and Pat Delaney of the American Red Cross of the Delmarva Peninsula.

Media Participants can attend at either location or participate via teleconference. The Point of Contact (POC) is Bridget Shelton, (302) 283-5808.

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