Northern region braces for first major hot spell of the year
VOV.VN - The first heat wave of this year’s summer, with temperatures peaking at over 39°C, is predicted to scorch Hanoi along with northern and central provinces in the coming days.
The National Centre for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting reported that the ongoing cold air mass continued to weaken on April 15, allowing more sunshine, rising temperatures, and drier conditions.
Hot weather will occur on April 17 on a large scale throughout northern and central provinces, with temperatures ranging from 35 to 37°C.
The capital city of Hanoi will also experience hot weather with temperatures hovering at around 35 to 37°C.
Some areas in northern and central cities and provinces are anticipated to see temperatures reach over 39°C.
The heat wave is forecast to last until April 23.
Meteorologists warned about a high risk of fires and explosions in residential areas when relative humidity stays low and the weather is rather hot.
People were asked to protect their health, especially children and the elderly, along with labourers working outdoors who must take appropriate measures.
Northerners feel warm before cold spell arrives on weekend
VOV.VN - The northern region of Vietnam is experiencing a slight temperature increase on April 4 before a cold front is expected to arrive on April 5, according to the National Centre for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting.
