TEHRAN, Iran — On July 17, Iran's Energy Ministry has asked citizens across the country to reduce air conditioner use to help stabilize electricity supplies after recent power disruptions in southern Iran, where infrastructure serving the Bandar Abbas region was reportedly damaged.
The ministry has urged residents to switch off air conditioners for at least one hour during peak electricity demand, generally between 10–11 a.m. and 4–5 p.m., as well as during evening hours. Officials said the measure is intended to reduce pressure on the national power grid while repair work continues.
The appeal comes as southern Iran faces extreme summer temperatures. According to Iranian state media, some areas have recently recorded temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit (about 49°C), increasing electricity demand for cooling.
Authorities said electricity has been restored in parts of the affected region, but power disruptions continue in locations where transmission lines and other infrastructure sustained damage. The Energy Ministry said reducing electricity consumption nationwide could help maintain a more stable supply for southern provinces.
Iran's electricity network frequently experiences heavy demand during the summer, when air conditioning accounts for a significant share of power consumption. In previous years, officials have used public conservation campaigns, scheduled outages, and restrictions on some industrial users to reduce pressure on the grid during periods of high demand.
Bandar Abbas, located on the Strait of Hormuz, is one of Iran's most important port cities and a key transportation and commercial hub. Recent reports of damage to infrastructure in the area have contributed to ongoing electricity supply challenges.
The ministry said the nationwide conservation effort is intended to support regions still experiencing intermittent power as restoration work continues.
Source : foxnews
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