Ho Chi Minh City residents struggle under heat of nearly 38 degrees Celsius

February 27, 2024 | 06:17

TPO - The Southeast region in general and Ho Chi Minh City in particular are experiencing long, widespread hot days. High temperatures combined with low humidity make the weather hot, making people uncomfortable when going out.

According to the Southern Hydrometeorological Station, heat waves continue to occur widely in the Southeast region, including Ho Chi Minh City. This is a heat wave right after the Tet holiday, lasting for many consecutive days.

In Ho Chi Minh City, heat waves appear early and last all day, with peak heat waves from 12-16pm every day.

The highest daily temperature in the South and Ho Chi Minh City this time reached 37 degrees Celsius, higher in some places.

On hot days, the body often sweats a lot, causing dehydration and reducing electrolytes, so the elderly are susceptible to cerebrovascular accidents and strokes, and children are susceptible to metabolic disorders.

While most people limit going out during peak hot hours, there are still many people who "work in the sun" to make a living.

The heat and ultraviolet radiation are at high harmful levels, so people need to cover up carefully when traveling or doing outdoor activities.

At noon, the sun is overhead, shining directly on the ground. The hot, dry air makes everyone feel tired and stuffy.

To limit direct sunlight exposure to the skin, workers must wear masks, long-sleeved shirts, and gloves while working.

It is forecasted that in the coming days, heat waves will continue to occur widely, with severe heat waves in some places in the Eastern provinces and expanding in the Western provinces.

The work of the traders is more arduous and tiring on hot days.

The hot weather makes people tired, any shady place becomes a shelter for people.

According to the forecast of the Southern Hydrometeorological Station, the hot season in 2024 is likely to come early and the level of heat will be no less severe than in 2023.

The absolute highest temperature during the hot season in the Southeast provinces can reach about 39 - 40 ^degrees Celsius. From March to May, the average temperature is forecast to be higher than the average of many years.

Duy Anh

Source: https://tienphong.vn/nguoi-dan-tphcm-vat-va-duoi-nang-nong-gan-38-do-c-post1615205.tpo