AUS
NZ
UK
CA
USA
FRA
GER
ESP
ITA
NLD
PRT
SWE
GRC
IND
POL
BRA
ZAF
RUS
CHN
UAE
Highlights
- Queensland residents are reeling under the burden of difficult heatwave conditions.
- Amidst rising concerns over energy demand, affected residents are advised to conserve energy by lowering their electricity consumption.
- A severe storm swept south-east Queensland, causing widespread damage and leaving 23,000 homes without power.
- As per the weather forecast, eastern Queensland is expected to witness widespread showers and rain on Thursday.
Scorching heat and tropical humidity have taken a toll on Australian citizens, especially in Queensland. The gap between energy demand and supply has amplified the situation even further.
Residents in Queensland have been asked to limit their power usage following a near-record demand in heatwave conditions resulting in blackouts.
As temperatures crossed 40 degrees, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk cautioned on Tuesday that the power grid might struggle to meet the demand, likely to peak in the coming days, as the daily temperatures continue to rise in central and southeast Queensland.
Southeast Queensland saw a powerful storm uprooting trees, tumbling roofs and leaving 23,000 houses without power as unfavourable weather conditions hit the state.
Powerlink Chief Executive Paul Simshauser has also asked residents to reduce their energy consumption in a bid to drive down the demand on suppliers.
Queensland Swelters Under Heatwave; Power Cut in Over 23,000 Homes
Meanwhile, affected residents are advised valuable tips to save energy and lessen the strain on the power system. Some of these tips include - turning off televisions, computers, pool pumps, spa or pool heaters and unnecessary lights.
Read More: Why are investors eyeing BrainChip (ASX:BRN) shares?
Until Thursday, it is less likely that Heatwave conditions will ease in the southeast and central Queensland.
Harry Clark from Bureau of Meteorology was quoted as saying that there’s an oppressive night ahead for the southeast, and it will be hot and humid again on Wednesday.
As per the weather forecast, eastern Queensland is expected to witness widespread showers and rain on Thursday.
