Recent reports from charity associations in Mandalay highlight a concerning trend that is a surge in deaths attributed to rising temperatures, with a notable increase in heat stroke cases compared to typical medical conditions.

The Manisala Social Assistance Association, based in Mandalay, alerted the public to the escalating numbers of heat stroke patients during the summer of 2024, underscoring the critical need for awareness and preventive measures. Most affected individuals are elderly, aged 45 and above. An official from the association emphasized the daily assistance provided due to the heat, with a predominant occurrence of heat stroke, high blood pressure, and diabetes-related issues.

Specific incidents underscore the severity of the situation. On April 24, a man collapsed while waiting to purchase edible oil at the corner of 33rd Street x 85th Street in Chanaye Tharzan Township, while on April 23, a woman succumbed to diabetes aggravated by the intense heat that came to the clinic in Mandalay from Wontho during travel. Earlier in April, another woman perished due to extreme temperatures while shopping near Mandalay Market. These incidents underscore the urgent need for public vigilance and proactive measures against heat-related health risks.

From April 27 to May 1, temperatures may rise in the central regions of Myanmar, Nay Pyi Taw, Bago, Shan, Yangon, Ayeyawady, Kayin and Mon State according to U Win Naing who is an observer of weather condition. He wrote on his social media page, citing the statement of the Indian Meteorological Department.

“The India Meteorological Department has issued a warning about the danger of a heat wave on April 27 (Saturday). In Myanmar, it has been warned that the heat wave may be severe on April 27 and 28. According to the Indian Meteorological Department's statement, the temperature situation on April 28 in Sagaing, Mandalay, Magway Regions may reach 46 degrees Celsius. Temperatures in Nay Pyi Taw, Bago and in some parts of Shan State may reach 44 degrees Celsius and in Yangon, Ayeyawady , Kayin and Mon State may reach 42 degrees Celsius. The forecast shows that the high temperature will continue until May 1," said  U Win Naing said, citing the Indian Meteorological Department's statement.