Bangladesh Heatwave: 10 dead in a week, prompts school closures

KATHMANDU: The scorching temperatures in Bangladesh have claimed the lives of 10 individuals over the past week, comprising eight men and two women, confirmed by the government on Tuesday.

This grim reality underscores the peril posed by consecutive heatwaves sweeping across the South Asian nation.

Bangladesh is presently contending with one of the most intense heatwaves witnessed in recent memory

In response to the situation, the country has mandated the closure of primary and secondary schools until Thursday, seeking to mitigate the impact of the extreme weather conditions.