Heat wave bakes southern Vietnam, lasts for several days
VOV.VN - A heat wave is gripping localities in southern Vietnam, causing daytime temperatures to rise to 37-38°C and humidity to fall to below 40%.
Severe heat hit the Eastern region and some parts in the Western region on February 15, with daytime temperatures 35 – 37°C.
Especially, Bien Hoa city of Dong Nai province recorded the highest temperature of 38°C and the lowest humidity of only 34%.
It is forecast that the heat wave will continue to grip localities in the eastern and western regions in a couple of days, with temperatures reaching a high of 38°C.
In Ho Chi Minh City, Tan Son Nhat airport on February 15 recorded the highest temperature of 36 and the lowest humidity of only 35%. In the next 24 - 48 hours, the city will continue to be impacted by the heat wave with the common temperatures ranging from 35 - 36°C.
Normally, southern Vietnam endures hot weather in some places from mid-February every year. However, hot weather warmed up early and has held out for several days after the lunar New Year holiday.
Weather experts attributed the abnormal weather in southern localities to last year’s return of the El Nino phenomenon that is expected to cause severe heat waves in the south, mostly in March and April.
They warned that prolonged heat and low air humidity cause a high risk of fire and explosion, especially from now until the fifth day of the first lunar month, when there are many spiritual activities such as burning incense and votive papers.
They also advised people, especially those who work outdoors, to drink much water, have a rest between hours and not work continuously for too long in the scorching weather.
