Marib: Residents in areas of the occupied Marib governorate are facing worsening electricity shortages as prolonged power outages during the summer season increase pressure on households and raise concerns about public health and essential services.

According to Yemen News Agency, power outages have intensified significantly in parts of Marib, with interruptions reportedly lasting for extended periods and, in some areas, exceeding 12 consecutive hours, while electricity service is available only for limited hours each day.

The worsening electricity situation has compounded the difficulties faced by both local residents and displaced populations, particularly as temperatures rise during the summer months. Residents and eyewitnesses cited in the report described the outages as among the most severe experienced in recent years.

The report states that the prolonged interruptions have affected daily life and contributed to health concerns, including increased exposure to heat-related illnesses and difficulties in maintaining adequate cooling, especially for children and older adults.

The situation has also prompted criticism from members of the public regarding the management of basic services, particularly the electricity sector. The report attributes the continuing crisis to the inability of local authorities to implement lasting solutions to recurring seasonal power shortages.

The report further notes that the gas-fired power plant in the Safer area of Marib, which previously supplied electricity to large parts of Yemen, is currently unable to meet the needs of districts within Marib itself. It attributes this decline to administrative and operational shortcomings, although these claims are presented as part of the source report.

The electricity crisis remains one of the most pressing service challenges facing residents in Marib, with growing calls for measures to improve power generation and ensure a more reliable electricity supply during periods of peak demand.