Heat increases risks of pandemics

KATHMANDU, June 6: According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, the temperature has crossed the threshold in Terai. Health risks have increased as the temperature has crossed 40 degrees Celsius in some districts of Terai.

On June 5, the temperature was over 40 degrees in 5 districts of Terai including 40.8 in Rupandehi, 40.7 in Banke, 40.5 in Dhanusa, 40.5 in Bara and 40 degrees Celsius in Morang. The extreme heat has affected the lifestyles in the Terai region, even forcing the schools to be closed.