Iran Closes Government Offices and Banks Due to Extreme Heat
Record temperatures prompt nationwide shutdowns to protect health and conserve energy
- Temperatures in Tehran have reached up to 41 degrees Celsius, with some areas hitting 43.2 degrees.
- All state centers and banks will be closed on Sunday, excluding emergency services and medical agencies.
- Authorities have reduced working hours and advised citizens to stay indoors during peak heat.
- Electricity consumption has surged to record levels, hitting 78,106 megawatts on Tuesday.
- Iran's temperature rise is occurring at twice the global average rate, increasing by 2 degrees over the past 50 years.