Authorities on Saturday warned residents across large swathes of the country, including Bangkok, to avoid going outdoors due to extreme heat. The department also warned of serious health impacts due to the persistent high heat. A heat index of between 41 and 54C is associated with a high risk of heat stroke in cases of prolonged exposure to the heat, she said, citing information published by the Department of Health. Bang Na in Bangkok, as well as the provinces of Chon Buri and Phuket, had a high heat index because of high humidity as they are very close to the sea, she said. This high heat situation is expected to continue until Sunday, while extreme weather, including thunderstorms, is expected from next Monday to Thursday.
