Bangladesh Heatwave Health Alert – Stay Safe & Cool
Bangladesh heatwave health alert is urgent: areas of Dhaka, Khulna, Pabna, and Chuadanga are experiencing severe heat with temperatures above 40 °C. Health risks are high—follow DGHS & UNICEF guidance now.
🌡️ Current Heatwave Situation
In April–May 2025, Bangladesh saw a record-breaking heatwave with temperatures soaring between 40–43 °C in Dhaka, Chuadanga, and Khulna. Some districts faced the longest heatwave since 1948. The severe heat forced school closures for 33 million children. [TBS News Source]
🩺 Health Risks & Vulnerable Groups
- Risks: Heatstroke, dehydration, kidney stress. [The Daily Star]
- Most affected: Elderly, children, pregnant women, outdoor workers. [UNICEF Report]
- UNICEF warns 5% higher risk of preterm births per 1 °C exposure. [UNICEF Bangladesh]
✅ DGHS & UNICEF Key Guidelines
- Use umbrellas or hats outdoors. Wear light, cotton clothing. [DGHS Advisory]
- Stay hydrated and avoid excessive outdoor activities. [BD Pratidin]
- Avoid oily/spicy food. Use ORS during early signs of dehydration.
- Keep children and pregnant women indoors during peak hours. [UNICEF Heat Alert]
For further updates, see the WHO Disease Outbreak News.
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