According to the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, temperatures across southern Vietnam on Sunday ranged from 35 degrees Celsius to 36 degrees Celsius, with highs of 38 degrees Celsius recorded in Tay Ninh and Ta Lai in Dong Nai, and 37.4 degrees Celsius in Nha Be District of Ho Chi Minh City.
Forecasters said hot weather would persist through May 11-12, with temperatures of 35-37 degrees Celsius widely expected and some locations likely to exceed 37 degrees Celsius. The hottest period each day is forecast between noon and 4 p.m.
Authorities warned that prolonged heat combined with low humidity could increase the risk of fires and explosions in residential areas due to rising electricity demand.
The weather agency also cautioned that outdoor temperatures may be 2-4 degrees Celsius higher than forecast, particularly in urban areas with concrete and asphalt surfaces.
