Amman, Aug. 3 (Petra) -- Peak electricity load reached 4,290 megawatts (MW) on Sunday, according to data released by the National Electric Power Company (NEPCO).

The company said the national electricity system continues to operate with a high level of reliability, noting that it has intensified its operational preparedness under established plans to accommodate higher electricity loads amid continued high temperatures and increased demand for power.

NEPCO also stressed the importance of rationalizing electricity consumption, particularly during peak demand hours, to help maintain the stability and reliability of the national power grid.

//Petra// RZ