Temperatures in Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia have reached 44-45°C (111-113°F). These are the highest readings ever recorded in the region for April.
Meteorologists attribute the phenomenon to a combination of climate change and regional weather patterns. El Niño conditions have contributed to the unusual heat.
Governments have issued health warnings and opened cooling centers. Agricultural crops have been damaged by the prolonged high temperatures.
Climate scientists warn that such extreme events will become more frequent. Adaptation measures are urgently needed to protect vulnerable populations.