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Heat, Fire, Smoke and Storms Are Wreaking Havoc on the Economy
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Stephanie Hart’s bakery in Chicago’s South Side faced a power outage during a severe storm and heat wave, risking $30,000 worth of cakes and other frozen goods.
- She spent $1,700 on dry ice to preserve her inventory and contacted multiple politicians to restore power, which was eventually turned back on the next day.
- Due to frequent summer storms causing power outages, Hart is now making cakes to order, resulting in slower deliveries and considering investing in a costly backup generator.
- The challenges at Hart’s bakery reflect a broader issue in Chicago, where repeated storms and high air-conditioning demand are straining the power grid and impacting many businesses.
