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Heatwave Triggers Nationwide Blackouts, Energy Market Operator Declares Emergency
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has declared a Level 3 emergency as a severe, continent-spanning heatwave pushes electricity demand to record levels. Rolling blackouts have hit parts of South Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales after multiple coal-fired units tripped offline and wind generation dropped. Authorities are urging residents to conserve power between 4 pm and 9 pm.
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has declared a Level 3 emergency as a severe, continent-spanning heatwave pushes electricity demand to record levels. Rolling blackouts have hit parts of South Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales after multiple coal-fired units tripped offline and wind generation dropped. Authorities are urging residents to conserve power between 4 pm and 9 pm.