Kuwait Announces Power Outages as Demand Surges Amid Summer
Kuwait has announced temporary power cuts in some areas during peak hours due to the high demand caused by extreme summer heat. The Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy announced that these cuts will last up to two hours daily, marking the first time the country has taken such measures.
Ministry attributed the power cuts to power plants' inability to meet the increased demand during peak hours. They noted that current rise in temperatures is higher as compared to previous years. On Thursday, ministry released a schedule outlining the expected power cuts and urged residents to reduce their electricity usage to help lessen the load on power plants.
Kuwait, a major crude oil producer and member of the Organization of The Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), has an extr...