Terai Heatwave Disrupts Life, Causes Power Outages
Summary
Excessive heat in Nepal's Terai region, reaching up to 45°C, has disrupted daily life and caused power outages and low voltage problems in Nepalgunj, affecting residents and damaging equipment.
Key Points
- Nepalgunj and other Terai districts are experiencing extreme heat with temperatures reaching up to 45 degrees Celsius.
- The heatwave has severely impacted daily life, especially affecting school children and daily wage laborers.
- Power supply issues, including low voltage and irregular electricity, are compounding difficulties during the heatwave in Nepalgunj.
- Resolution efforts include replacing transformers and upgrading the transmission line from Kohalpur grid, expected to be completed in the long term.
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