Electricity consumption reached a new
record high for 2023 on Wednesday, climbing to 59.10 GW at 4.45
pm local time, according to grid operator Terna.
The all-time record for electricity consumption is 60.5 GW, set
in July 2015.
The record consumption is being driven by the current extreme
heat gripping the country, with people turning on fans and air
conditioning in the attempt to keep cool.
On Wednesday the number of major cities on red alert climbed
from 20 to 23 and the health ministry activated a helpline for
people to seek assistance and advice. The extreme heat is set to
ease slightly in the coming days, with the number of cities on
red alert dropping to 18 on Thursday and Friday.
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