Power Grid Under Strain: Nation Monitors Potential for Tuesday Office Closures
A heightened strain on the national power grid this year has led to increased, pre-planned electricity outages, some lasting up to four hours daily. This ongoing energy imbalance, coupled with unprecedented summer heat, previously resulted in the widespread closure of government offices on multiple Wednesdays throughout the summer. While temperatures have begun to cool, the fundamental challenge of meeting national energy demand persists, raising the possibility of further administrative closures to manage the load.
As of now, no official announcement has been made regarding the closure of public offices on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. This article will be updated immediately should any official directive be issued. The following is a regional breakdown of areas where conditions suggest a higher probability of such measures.
Tehran: High Demand and Air Quality Concerns
Meteorologists have forecast strong winds and an increase in air pollutant concentrations in the capital. Citizens, especially those in sensitive groups, have been advised to use protective masks if necessary. The Tehran Provincial Electricity Distribution Company has announced the implementation of scheduled blackouts due to the intense pressure on the distribution network from high consumption and the ongoing energy imbalance. No official closure has been announced for Tehran’s offices as of this reporting.
Khuzestan: Wind and Dust Forecast
The Director General of Khuzestan Meteorology reported that weather maps indicate pressure gradients leading to moderate to relatively strong winds in the southern, western, central, and parts of the southeastern regions of the province. The temporary rise of local dust in these areas in the afternoon is also expected. While temperatures are predicted to drop, no official announcement regarding office closures in Khuzestan has been made.
Hormozgan: Coastal Conditions
Meteorological experts in Hormozgan Province have forecast early morning fog and a temporary reduction in visibility on some coasts and islands of the Persian Gulf. There has been no news of administrative closures in the province for Tuesday.
Kurdistan and Kermanshah: Stable Air and Transboundary Dust
Stable weather conditions are predicted in Kurdistan until the end of the week, with afternoon winds expected. Dust particles formed in Iraq may also be transported into the province, reducing air quality at times. Similarly, Kermanshah Province is expected to experience stable conditions, with the possibility of local dust, particularly in border areas. No office closures have been announced for either province.
Isfahan: Unhealthy Air for Sensitive Groups
The Air Quality Index (AQI) for the metropolis of Isfahan registered an average of 118, a level considered unhealthy for sensitive groups, including the elderly, individuals with respiratory or heart conditions, pregnant women, and children. As with other provinces, no decision to close offices in Isfahan has been officially communicated.
Authorities continue to manage the nation’s energy infrastructure with precision, balancing domestic needs with operational requirements. The public is encouraged to follow official channels for any updates on administrative schedules and to practice energy conservation to help alleviate pressure on the national grid.