All articles tagged with #high demand
Originally Published 19 days ago — by The Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center website is experiencing high traffic, and visitors are placed in a temporary waiting room to manage the demand, with updates provided on the event status and a link to their YouTube channel for highlights.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Shortcut | Matt Swider
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X is in high demand, leading scalpers to sell it at inflated prices, sometimes over $2,000, despite its $999.99 retail price. Microsoft has limited initial stock to create a sense of scarcity, but more units are expected to arrive soon, so consumers are advised not to pay inflated prices. The console is set to launch on October 16, with more stock anticipated to meet demand.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Euronews
Parents in France are struggling to obtain the new preventive antibody, Beyfortus, for their newborns to protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common infection that can cause severe illness in infants. The high demand for the antibody, which is the first widely available intervention for RSV, has led to limited supply and prioritization for certain newborns. The French government has reserved doses for maternity wards, while the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends prioritizing newborns at risk of severe RSV disease. The antibody has shown promising results in reducing severe RSV cases, and it is hoped that it will help reduce hospitalizations for RSV and bronchiolitis.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by RochesterFirst
Wegmans has announced that the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine is inconsistent due to shipping challenges and high demand. The company's pharmacy teams are working on a walk-in basis as supplies last, and they are expecting a more consistent supply in the coming weeks as they work with their suppliers.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Finance
Costco has introduced gold bars to its inventory, offering two options priced at just under $2,000 each. The bars, from Rand Refinery and PAMP Suisse, are only available to Costco members and have been in high demand, leading to purchase limits. Customers have been clearing the shelves and expressing frustration online about the difficulty of obtaining the gold bars. Costco's CFO confirmed that the bars sell out within hours of becoming available. Social media platforms have been flooded with complaints from customers who missed out on purchasing the highly sought-after gold bars.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WATE 6 On Your Side
Singer-songwriter Oliver Anthony's upcoming concert in Knoxville, Tennessee has been moved to the larger Smokies Stadium due to high demand for tickets. This is the second venue change for the concert, which was originally scheduled at the Cotton Eye Joe before a dispute over admission prices. Tickets for the new venue will be honored, and refunds are available for those who can no longer attend. Additional tickets will go on sale, and Anthony has teased plans for another show in the spring.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KPRC Click2Houston
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued a call for people to conserve electricity usage due to low wind and potential low solar generation, combined with high demand. Operating reserves are expected to be low in the afternoon and evening. ERCOT requests government agencies and businesses to implement energy reduction programs, and recommends residents to raise thermostats, avoid using large appliances, and turn off non-essential lights and appliances. ERCOT will closely monitor conditions and utilize reserve power, voluntary reductions, and additional generation capacity to manage the grid reliably.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KPRC Click2Houston
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued a Voluntary Conservation Notice to customers, urging them to conserve electricity due to continued low wind-power generation and high demand. Consumers and businesses are asked to reduce their electricity use from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. to avoid potential controlled outages. If conditions worsen, ERCOT may issue a directive to curtail power delivered to customers, implementing controlled outages as a last resort. Houston-area customers relying on electricity for life-sustaining equipment are advised to have a backup plan in place.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued a voluntary conservation notice due to extreme heat and unexpected loss of thermal generation. Texans are urged to reduce electricity use between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. CT. While ERCOT is not under emergency conditions, voluntary conservation is being encouraged to lower demand during this specific period. Simple power conservation steps include raising the thermostat, avoiding the use of large appliances, turning off non-essential lights and appliances, and adjusting pool pump schedules. ERCOT has experienced multiple peak demand records this summer.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KAIT
HVAC repair companies in Jonesboro, Arkansas are facing long wait lists as high demand for repairs has caused a backlog of customers. With heat warnings in effect, many residents are running their air conditioners nonstop, leading to potential breakdowns. To avoid lengthy wait times, experts recommend taking preventative measures such as cleaning out the unit to ensure proper functioning.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WTOP
Despite soaring mortgage rates and near-record high prices, the DC-area spring housing market has not slowed down as much as expected due to a continued lack of sellers and high buyer demand. Home sales have slowed significantly from a year ago, but almost entirely because of a lack of inventory, not a lack of buyers. Median selling prices have declined modestly for two consecutive months, but they remain higher than they were a year ago, and selling prices are likely to remain strong this year due to low inventory. First-time buyers remain active in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MarketWatch
US home prices rose 0.1% in February, marking the first increase in 8 months, due to low inventory and high demand from home-buyers. Despite weakness on the west coast, the housing market is up overall as the southeast continues to see strong gains.