Tuesday , December 24 2024

World Weather: Philippines, Singapore and other countries grappling with extreme heat

In many parts of the world, people are facing problems due to extreme heat. Many countries are in the grip of extreme heat, due to which schools have been closed and health alerts have been issued. According to reports, authorities in Southeast Asia have issued health warnings for intense heat and heat waves.

30 people have died in Thailand

At the same time, due to the scorching heat, the Education Ministry of the Philippines has ordered schools to be closed for two days on Sunday. The temperature in the country is likely to reach 37 degrees Celsius in the next three days. There is a possibility of temperature crossing 40 degrees in Thailand and Bangkok also. Thailand's Health Ministry said that since last month, 30 people have died due to the heat.

Meteorological Department in Malaysia has issued a warning

Here, the Malaysian Meteorological Department issued a warning of hot weather in 16 different areas on Sunday. In all these areas the temperature has been recorded between 35 to 40 degrees Celsius for three consecutive days. The Health Ministry said that as of April 13, a total of 45 cases of heat-related illnesses have been reported in the country. The ministry said in its statement that two people have also died due to extreme heat and heat wave.

Heat will increase in Singapore

The weather is changing rapidly in Singapore. The Meteorological Department has issued a warning that the temperature in the country will increase more than last year. Singapore's hottest day ever recorded was May 13 last year, the weather service said. Meanwhile, the maximum temperature reached 37 degrees Celsius. Due to which people felt scorched by the heat.

Dengue outbreak in Indonesia

Due to the heat in Indonesia, dengue cases are increasing rapidly. The Health Ministry said that cases of dengue fever are increasing in the country. The ministry said that a year ago there were 15,000 cases of dengue, but now its cases have increased to 35,000.