Rising Temperatures Claim Chicken Lives: Discover How OWELL Standby Diesel Gensets Ensure Power Continuity to Protect Peasant Households

Jul 14, 2023


Tragedy strikes as scorching temperatures cause power outages, turning chicken coops into deadly steam ovens, claiming the lives of over 4,000 chickens. With 2024 projected to be the hottest year on record, the need for reliable power solutions has never been more critical.


On July 9th, in Suizhou, China, a faulty power line and a misconfigured alarm system resulted in a delayed alert after the fans stopped working. By the time the issue was discovered, it was too late, and the chickens had succumbed to the sweltering heat.


The farmer, devastated by the loss, reported the incident occurring around 11 pm. The deceased chickens have since been properly buried. This unfortunate incident has caused substantial financial damage, with estimated losses exceeding 200,000 RMB.


This summer has proven to be exceptionally hot, and these poor chickens fell victim to the scorching temperatures. But fear not, for OWELL standby diesel gensets are here to provide a lifeline during power outages and shortages.


OWELL diesel gensets, designed in collaboration with world-renowned brands like Cummins, Volvo, and Weichai, offer unparalleled stability and safe power supply. With diverse options and tailored solutions, OWELL ensures that even the most specific power requirements of peasant households are met.



As our planet faces the challenges of global warming, extreme heatwaves have become increasingly frequent in recent years. According to the National Climate Center, China has experienced the highest number of high-temperature days since 1961. With four regional heatwaves, early occurrence, extensive impact, and notable extremity, this year's heatwave has been particularly intense.


In June, the northern regions of China, including Beijing, Hebei, and Tianjin, faced record-breaking high temperatures. The average temperatures in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region and four other provinces reached historical highs. This alarming trend is part of a larger picture, with extreme heat becoming more prevalent globally.


Leading climate expert Zhou Bing warns that between 2023 and 2027, there is a 66% probability that the global average temperature will exceed pre-industrial levels by at least 1.5℃ in one of those years. Moreover, there is a 98% chance that within the next five years, at least one year, if not the entire period, will be the hottest on record.

The United Nations World Meteorological Organization recently stated that, for the first time in seven years, the El Niño phenomenon is appearing in the tropical Pacific, with a 90% probability of persisting throughout the second half of this year.


Experts suggest that this early and potentially strong El Niño could lead to a 56% chance of a severe El Niño event in the winter, making 2024 a likely candidate for the hottest year on record.



In the face of rising temperatures and increased power outages, OWELL standby diesel gensets, with their exceptional reliability and performance, offer a dependable solution for peasant households. Don't leave your power supply to chance—choose OWELL and stay protected during power outages and shortages.


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Mr. Stephan G

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OWELL Industries - Power Generation Sector

Phone: +86-185-6150-6730  Email: stephan@owellindustries.com