In a swift response to escalating temperatures, a Bangladeshi court mandated the closure of schools across the nation on Monday. This decision comes a day after the government resumed classes for millions of children, despite the soaring heat that has left many concerned.
Scientific studies have increasingly linked climate change to the intensification of heatwaves, making them longer, more frequent, and more severe. Over the past week, average temperatures in Dhaka, the capital, have surged 4 to 5 degrees Celsius above the 30-year average for this period.
The extreme heat has had dire consequences, leading to at least seven fatalities since early April. Meteorologists predict that Dhaka will continue to experience temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius until Thursday, prompting authorities to prioritize the safety and well-being of students and residents.
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cgtn.com
