Priority in natural gas distribution will be given to households, schools, kindergartens, hospitals and other social facilities, the ministry's press service said.
Restrictions on CNG stations will be introduced according to schedules agreed with local authorities. Consumers will be notified of any changes in advance.
The warning comes ahead of a sharp drop in temperatures expected across Uzbekistan on November 10–12. Rain, heavy in some areas, is forecast, with overnight temperatures falling to between 0°C and +5°C, and as low as −2°C to −7°C in northern regions. Daytime temperatures are expected to range from +7°C to +12°C.
The Ministry of Energy also reminded consumers of the round-the-clock emergency hotlines for reporting problems with gas and electricity supplies:
- 1104 – gas pressure and supply issues;
- 104 – emergency gas service;
- 1154 – power outages and electricity network faults.
Reports of illegal connections or unauthorized use of energy resources can be made to the Uzenergoinspektsiya at 71 208 10 15.
