Chongqing experiences its most severe sustained hot weather since 1961

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China's southwest metropolis Chongqing is experiencing its most severe sustained hot weather since 1961. Over the past two weeks, it has recorded temperatures of over 40 degrees Celsius every day. The heat has destroyed crops and led to a surge in household electricity demand. Local authorities have coordinated power transmission across different regions to ensure power supply.