Baghdad, Aug 11, 2025 (AFP) - Iraq announces nationwide power outage amid 'record' heat

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2025-08-11

Power was out on Monday across Iraq as scorching summer temperatures pushed demand on the electricity grid to unprecedented levels, authorities said. The electricity ministry said the grid suffered a "total outage" as heat reached 48-50C in Baghdad and central and southern regions. It said two transmission lines were shut down "due to a record rise in temperatures, increased consumer demand, and increased electrical load in the provinces of Babyl......

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