Tehran: The Iranian government announced on Tuesday that it would be shutting down all government offices, banks, and schools for two days due to “unprecedented heat”. The shutdown will take place on Wednesday and Thursday, August 2 and 3, 2023.
The decision to shut down the country was made after temperatures in many parts of Iran reached record highs. In the southern city of Ahvaz, temperatures reached 51 degrees Celsius (123 degrees Fahrenheit), which is the highest temperature ever recorded in Iran.
The heat wave is expected to continue for the next few days, and the government has warned that the elderly, children, and people with chronic health conditions are especially vulnerable to the heat.
The shutdown is a rare move for the Iranian government, and it is a sign of the severity of the heat wave. The government has said that it is taking the necessary steps to protect the health of its citizens, and it has urged people to stay indoors and to drink plenty of fluids.
The heat wave is also having a significant impact on the country’s economy. Many businesses have been forced to close, and there have been reports of power outages in some areas. The government has said that it is working to address the economic impact of the heat wave, but it is unclear how long the shutdown will last.
The heat wave is a reminder of the challenges facing Iran as a result of climate change. The country is already experiencing more extreme weather events, and the heat wave is just the latest example. The government has said that it is committed to addressing climate change, but it is unclear what steps it will take to mitigate the effects of the heat wave.
The government is urging people to stay indoors and to drink plenty of fluids. It is also urging people to check on their elderly neighbors and relatives. The heat wave is a serious situation, but the government is taking steps to protect the health of its citizens.