`The highest since the beginning of summer` ... the heat wave raises the maximum load of the electrical system to 3450 megawatts

Arab Weather - The heat wave and the large rise in temperatures raised the maximum load of the electrical system to 3450 megawatts at 17:20 pm Monday, the highest load of the electrical system since the beginning of this summer.

Today, Tuesday, the Energy and Minerals Regulatory Commission called on citizens to rationalize the use of electric energy during the heatwave in the Kingdom to avoid high loads and reduce the burden of the electricity bill.

And the authority called in a statement today, to ensure that the lighting and unused electrical appliances are used, and the use of lower-cost cooling means and energy-saving devices, and in the case of using the air conditioner, make sure that the thermostat is set to 24 degrees, and that the air filter (air filter) for the air conditioner is cleaned periodically.

The authority called on the electricity companies to take the necessary measures and prepare to deal with the repercussions of the heat wave and preparedness during the period of Eid Al-Adha.

She stressed the need to respond to citizen complaints and address electrical faults as quickly as possible.

The monitoring and emergency center in the authority continues to work around the clock to monitor the electrical system, follow-up with the call centers and public service of the electricity companies and ensure the speedy handling of any faults or complaints that may occur.

Source: Roya