Southern Asia swelters as Bangkok hits 54 degrees
Bangkok | Parts of Asia are reporting extreme heat this month, with record-breaking temperatures seen in some countries. In Bangladesh, Thailand and parts of India, extreme heat is leading to a surge in power demand, causing power cuts and shortages for millions of people.
Thai authorities at the weekend warned residents across large swathes of the country, including the capital Bangkok, to avoid going outdoors due to extreme heat.
Reuters
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