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Extreme weather and energy security in Poland and MiddleEast

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Extreme weather patterns have impacted multiple regions, specifically in the Middle East and Poland. In early August, the Middle East experienced severe heatwaves with temperatures in countries such as Iran, Kuwait, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the UAE approaching or exceeding 50°C. Simultaneously, Poland prepared for an atmospheric front expected to bring storms, heavy rain, and potential hail. By mid-August, the situation in Poland evolved to include discussions on energy security alongside volatile weather. While the country has worked to reduce reliance on Russian oil and gas, concerns remain regarding dependence on other foreign raw materials. This energy discussion coincided with a significant weather shift in Poland, where a heatwave peaking at 39°C was followed by an atmospheric front bringing heavy rain, storms, and a sharp temperature drop to as low as 15°C. Following these shifts, Poland recorded a peak temperature of 40.6°C in Kołuda Wielka. Despite the heat, PGE GiEK confirmed that major power plants, including Bełchatów, Opole, Turow, and Rybnik, remained highly available due to the use of closed cooling systems. Technical services have maintained increased readiness to monitor cooling and ventilation systems to ensure national grid stability. Meteorological forecasts from IMGW-PIB indicate a low probability of further heatwaves before the end of August, with temperatures expected to remain below normal for the following two weeks. While September may be warmer than average, extreme anomalies are not currently predicted, though brief heat spikes may occur in southern regions like Silesia and Małopolska.

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