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Extreme Heat Risk in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Risk Level: Extreme — Score 9/10
Risk: 9Historical: 2
Key Risk Factors
- High risk rating for Dhaka based on ThinkHazard (Extreme heat)
- 2 events on record in proximity
- History of dangerous heat waves and extreme temperatures
Peak season: June-September
Last significant event: Extreme Heat - Southeast Asia and South Asia (2023-04-20)
Highest Risk Cities for Extreme Heats
Dhaka is not in the top 10 for extreme heat risk among tracked cities.
How Dhaka Compares
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Notable Extreme Heat Events Near Dhaka
Extreme Cold - Northern and Central Bangladesh
January 11, 2018 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Extreme Heat - Southeast Asia and South Asia
April 19, 2023 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Extreme Heat Preparedness Tips
- 1.Stay hydrated — drink water regularly even if you don’t feel thirsty
- 2.Avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours (10 AM – 4 PM)
- 3.Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke
- 4.Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning
- 5.Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle
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Score: 5/10
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Score: 9/10
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Score: 9/10
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Score: 9/10
Tornado Risk in Dhaka
Score: 0/10
Winter Storm Risk in Dhaka
Score: 0/10
Landslide Risk in Dhaka
Score: 1/10
Drought Risk in Dhaka
Score: 5/10
High Wind Risk in Dhaka
Score: 0/10
Tsunami Risk in Dhaka
Score: 0/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Kathmandu, Nepal
Score: 5/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Yangon, Myanmar
Score: 9/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Delhi, India
Score: 9/10
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