The megacities of Chengdu and Chongqing in the southwest of the Chinese mainland are enduring intense heatwaves, remaining under red heat alerts—the highest level in the country's color-coded alert system.
On Wednesday, temperatures in several regions of Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, and Chongqing Municipality are forecasted to soar to 40 degrees Celsius or higher. This scorching trend marks the seventh consecutive day of red alerts in Chengdu and the eighth in Chongqing.
The prolonged heatwave is putting a strain on residents and local infrastructure, urging everyone to stay hydrated and take necessary precautions to beat the heat. Stay tuned to NewspaperAmigo.com for updates on how these cities are coping with the extreme temperatures.
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