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Heat wave in northern, central regions to end on July 6

The severe heat wave that has scorched the northern and central region since last weekend is predicted to end on June 6, but until then the localities will continue suffering from high temperature of 38-40 degree Celsius, the National Centre for Hydrometeorological Forecasting (NCHMF) said on July 4.
Heat wave in northern, central regions to end on July 6 ảnh 1Temperature will stay above 35 degree Celsius from 10am to 18 pm on July 4. Illustrative Image (Source: VNA)

Hanoi (VNA) – Thesevere heat wave that has scorched the northern and central region since lastweekend is predicted to end on June 6, but until then the localities willcontinue suffering from high temperature of 38-40 degree Celsius, the NationalCentre for Hydrometeorological Forecasting (NCHMF) said on July 4.

The centre added thattemperature will stay above 35 degree Celsius from 10am to 18 pm on July 4, onehour less than on July 3.

Some areas in thenorthwestern and northeastern regions will see shower rain and thunderstorm inthe afternoon and night.

Hanoi will have anextremely hot day without rain, with humidity from 42-82 percent. The lowesttemperature during the day is forecast at 30 degree Celsius, while the highestis 40 degree Celsius.

In order to meet high demandfor power amidst the hot days, which coincide with the ongoing World Cup 2018, theCentral Power Corporation (EVNCPC) has applied drastic measures to ensure powersupply.

Along with puttingsome power plants into operation before the dry season, the firm has directedits distribution units not to cut off power in the national grid except forurgent cases, and use the most advanced repair technology.

The EVNCPC alsoadvised customers to use power in an economical and efficient manner.-VNA
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