Thailand is extremely hot, the heat index can exceed 52 degrees Celsius

The Thaiger page reported on April 24 that Thai medical experts are advising people to avoid prolonged exposure to harsh sunlight and take preventive measures against the possibility of a sudden increase in COVID-19 cases. variable.

Thailand is facing extreme heat waves, which are said to have claimed 30 lives since the beginning of the year. Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health warns of the risk of heat stroke – a fatal condition that occurs when the body overheats.

A spokesperson for the Thai Department of Disease Control (DDC) said on April 24 that this year, heat stroke seems to have claimed more lives than last year (37 people died from March to June 2023).

Heat stroke is especially dangerous because it can cause serious damage to the body and lead to death if not treated promptly, especially for people who stay outdoors for long periods of time, under direct sunlight. next.

Health experts recommend that people replenish water regularly. For people who sweat a lot, it is necessary to supplement electrolyte solution. In addition, people are advised to avoid drinking alcoholic beverages because it can make dehydration worse.

In addition, people are advised to wear light-colored clothes to limit the effects of sunlight and not stay in cars parked outdoors because the temperature can increase rapidly in just 10-20 minutes.

During this period, Thailand also witnessed a sharp increase in the number of COVID-19 cases, especially in vulnerable groups such as the elderly and people with pre-existing health problems.

Notably, flu in Thailand is still common with 128,156 cases reported since the beginning of the year, affecting all ages.

In addition, Thailand has recorded 24,108 cases of dengue fever since the beginning of the year, mainly affecting children aged 5-14 years old, causing 22 deaths.

Thailand is currently reaching the temperature mark of 43 degrees Celsius in some areas, with the capital Bangkok alone reaching over 40 degrees Celsius.

Not stopping there, officials in this country warned that this summer, the heat index could exceed 52 degrees Celsius. The heat index is not the actual temperature but the temperature people feel when combined with the temperature. air and relative humidity.