Climate change intensifies heatwaves across South-East Asia

Image from Laotian Times.

VIENTIANE (Laotian Times): Amidst a climate of confusion, Laos finds itself grappling with the unpredictable extremes of heatwaves and cold snaps. This trend is not isolated to Laos alone but is a sign of the larger global challenge posed by climate change.

Since mid-February, Laos has experienced a sudden surge in temperature, with some provinces forecast to reach over 37 degrees Celsius this week. Meanwhile, residents of other areas in the north of the country were caught off guard by unexpectedly cold mornings.