Mexico is currently experiencing a severe heatwave, with ten cities, including the capital, registering record-high temperatures. The extreme heat has caused widespread blackouts and pushed the nation’s power grid to its limits.
In Mexico City, temperatures peaked at 34.3 degrees Celsius (93.7 degrees Fahrenheit) on Thursday, surpassing the previous record set just a month earlier. Puebla, a neighboring city, broke a decades-old record from 1947 by reaching 35.2 degrees Celsius.
Ciudad Victoria, located in the northern border state of Tamaulipas, saw temperatures soar to a scorching 47.4 degrees Celsius, eclipsing the high set in 1998. The intense heat has led to power outages lasting several hours, particularly in northern regions, and prompted the suspension of classes in the central state of San Luis Potosi, which recorded a staggering 50 degrees Celsius this week.
Mexico’s health ministry reported seven heat-related deaths between March 17 and May 4, a number that could rise due to this week’s extreme conditions.
These unprecedented temperatures in Mexico highlight the growing global challenge of climate change, a concern that resonates deeply with Asia’s densely populated and economically vital regions. Asian countries are also grappling with the effects of rising temperatures, which threaten agriculture, energy supplies, and public health.
As global climate patterns shift, the international community, including nations across Asia, must collaborate to address the causes and mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events. The situation in Mexico serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to combat climate change worldwide.
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