Proactive response to extreme weather

According to the Hai Phong Meteorological and Hydrological Station, average temperatures from May through July 2026 are about 0.5–1.0°C higher than the long-term average. In August and September, extreme heat will gradually ease, and by October intense heat is expected to be largely absent. Heat combined with low atmospheric humidity increases the risk of fires in residential areas due to higher electricity use and raises the risk of wildfires. In addition, extreme heat can cause dehydration, exhaustion, and heat stroke when people are exposed for long periods to high temperatures.

Beside abnormal heat, residents should also be aware of heavy rain, thunderstorms, tornadoes, and lightning. From June to October 2026, the area may see about 3–4 widespread heavy-rain events, with a risk of localized downpours of high intensity (more than 80 mm in six hours). Heavy rain and storms with strong gusts can uproot or break trees, damage houses, transport structures, and infrastructure.

Facing extreme weather developments, residents should proactively take measures to protect health and property; avoid outdoor activities during peak hours from 11:00 to 16:00 to reduce the risk of heat stroke. Residents should use air conditioning sensibly; regularly check electrical systems and flammable materials at home, especially during dry heat; and adopt appropriate measures in production and daily life. Local authorities must continue to closely monitor weather developments, update response scenarios for strong storms or unusual extreme events, and raise public awareness of natural hazard risks in the context of increasingly climate change.

Hai Phong News