Primarul Florin Birta, despre pornirea cu întârziere a iluminatului stradal din Oradea: „Șoferii și pietonii să circule cu mai multă atenție încă o săptămână”

The mayor of Oradea, Florin Birta, announced that the delayed start of public lighting will likely continue for another week, until the new school year begins. This decision has faced criticism from local council members who argue it negatively impacts residents. Birta defended the measure, citing energy consumption concerns and the need for savings amid a national energy crisis. He acknowledged the public's discontent but emphasized the importance of the initiative. The lighting delay was implemented on August 4, aiming to save approximately 3.3 MWh per night, a small fraction of the national energy savings.