Although causing some obstacles for pedestrians, the rain of about 15 minutes is likened to "gold" for the life and production of Can Tho people. Because, rain helps reduce temperature significantly, bringing a rare feeling of comfort after a long time the city is in a state of "stirring" like a furnace.
Mr. Nguyen Xuan Hieu (An Binh ward) - shared that in recent months the sun has been intense, he heard the forecast that this year's saltwater intrusion will last, so he thought the heat had to be maintained until the end of May.
I was also a bit subjective, cleaning up the trunk to take out my raincoat to make it wider, but unexpectedly, when I came home from work, it was raining heavily, I couldn't react in time, so I had to endure being wet" - Mr. Hieu said.
Previously, Can Tho as well as the western provinces experienced a prolonged period of intense heat. The outdoor temperature at times reached 38 - 39 degrees Celsius, combined with low humidity, making people's lives more difficult.
As a result, the demand for electricity and water has also increased significantly, partly affecting family costs.
During the April 30th and May 1st holidays, Can Tho also welcomed showers to "cool down", but in fact, the rain time was quite short, so it did not "meet" enough expectations of the people.
According to the Southern Regional Hydrometeorological Station, the area is entering a seasonal transition period, with strong sunshine during the day and thunderstorms in the evening. The interweaving of hot sun and thunderstorms increases the risk of extreme weather.
This year's rainy season in the South is forecast to start late, possibly from mid-May to become clear. Notably, the total rainfall in the rainy season months tends to be close to or lower than the multi-year average; it is unlikely that prolonged heavy rains will occur on a large scale, instead of periods of intermittent rain.
According to recommendations, people should proactively bring raincoats and shielding items when going out, especially in the late afternoon to avoid catching a cold due to sudden temperature changes.
Rain after a long day of sunshine can also easily cause garbage and dust to cause localized drainage culverts to be blocked. People need to proactively clean the area around their houses to avoid stagnant water causing tick mosquitoes and epidemics.
