Dream - Extreme heat has hit several regions in South Asia and Southeast Asia since Tuesday, April 23, 2024. As a result, schools in the Philippines have been forced to close. The hot weather has also affected Bangkok, Thailand, and worshippers in Bangladesh are praying for rain.

The high temperature was recorded just a day after the United Nations (UN) stated that Asia is the region most affected by climate and weather-related disasters in 2023, with floods and storms being the main causes of casualties and economic losses. Scientific research states that climate change is causing heatwaves to become longer, more frequent, and more intense.

At that place, the heat index reached 47 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The months of March, April, and May are usually the hottest and driest months on this island. However, this year the situation is worsened by the presence of the El Nino phenomenon.

The following is the translation of the given 'Bahasa' text to 'English' while preserving any html tags: "The heat index is estimated to reach dangerous levels of 42 degrees Celsius or higher in at least 30 cities. Climate expert in the Philippine weather forecast, Ana Solis, said that people need to limit their time spent outdoors, drink plenty of water, and carry an umbrella and hat when going out to protect themselves from extreme heat."

"Warning: Today's heat index is 'extremely dangerous'. Please avoid outdoor activities," wrote the Bangkok city environmental department on Facebook. Thailand is experiencing a heatwave this week, which has pushed the air temperature in the northern province of Lampang close to the national record of 44.6 degrees Celsius on Monday.