ILEA002618613: Myanmar's health ministry issues heat advisory amid soaring temperature

Myanmar bodybuilders celebrate Olympic Day amid challenges

STORY: Myanmar bodybuilders celebrate Olympic Day amid challenges SHOOTING TIME: June 22, 2024 DATELINE: June 23, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:55 LOCATION: YANGON, Myanmar CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of athletes competing in a bodybuilding and physique sports competition in Yangon 2. the awarding ceremony STORYLINE: Bodybuilding athletes in Myanmar celebrated Olympic Day 2024 on Saturday by competing in a bodybuilding and physique sports competition in Yangon. The event was held at the Myanmar Convention Center in Yangon. Yangon Region Chief Minister U Soe Thein attended the event and presented prizes to the winners. About 70 bodybuilders from across the country competed in three categories: men's bodybuilding, men's athletic physique, and women's athletic physique. Olympic Day 2024 falls on Sunday this year, and the theme is "Let's Move and Celebrate." Xinhua News correspondents reporting from Yangon, Myanmar. (XHTV)

19 killed due to heatstroke in Delhi, surrounding areas

STORY: 19 killed due to heatstroke in Delhi, surrounding areas SHOOTING TIME: June 20, 2024 DATELINE: June 21, 2024 LENGTH: 0:01:41 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: SOCIETY/WEATHER SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Indian gate 2. various of street views 3. various of people drinking water STORYLINE: At least five persons died due to heatstroke in India's capital city and nearly 14 others died in the neighboring city of Noida over the past 72 hours, forcing the federal government to issue an advisory to government hospitals to prioritize heatstroke patients' treatment. Besides, more than 60 patients suffering from heatstroke were admitted at various hospitals. Most of them were said to be laborers, or those aged above 65 years. Delhi and nearby areas have been witnessing intense heatwave conditions over the past few days, with the mercury hovering around 45 degree Celsius during daytime. Meanwhile, according to a report by private news agency ANI, flights operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International

Heatwaves scorch north China, igniting cooling economy

STORY: Heatwaves scorch north China, igniting cooling economy SHOOTING TIME: June 13, 2024 & File DATELINE: June 14, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:33 LOCATION: JILIN and CHONGQING, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of cities, forests and sea in China 2. various of Changbai Mountain 3. various of new air-raid shelters in Chongqing STORYLINE: With heatwaves sweeping some Chinese provinces and regions in recent days, many people have been making plans for summer vacations, often with an eye on cool destinations for relaxation. To meet diverse and personalized tourist demands, popular summer destinations in China are exploring new methods and utilizing resources like beaches, forests, rivers, and lakes for economic growth. In northeast China's Jilin Province, the frozen Tianchi crater lake of the Changbai Mountain has just begun to melt, ushering in its most beautiful season. Located at a high altitude, Changbai Mountain reserve has an average temperature of only 22 degrees Celsius in summer. The coolness h

Over 50 people die of heatstroke in India

STORY: Over 50 people die of heatstroke in India SHOOTING TIME: recent footage DATELINE: June 3, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:25 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: WEATHER SHOTLIST: 1. various of India gate 2. STANDUP (English): DEEPAK PRAKASH, Xinhua reporter 3. various of Indians working under the severe heatwave STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): DEEPAK PRAKASH, Xinhua reporter "A scorching heat wave has hit various parts of India over the past few weeks, causing significant distress. Eastern, central, and northern regions are the hardest hit, with over 50 people having died from heatstroke in recent days. Over the past few days, the mercury soared to as high as nearly 53 degrees Celsius. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), this was around 8-10 degrees Celsius above normal in the country during this part of the year. The extreme heat has overwhelmed healthcare facilities, as many people suffer from heat-related illnesses. Authorities have advised residents to take precautions, such as staying indoors du

Heat wave warning issued for northwest India as temperatures soar

STORY: Heat wave warning issued for northwest India as temperatures soar SHOOTING TIME: May 16, 2024 DATELINE: May 17, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:09 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of India gate 2. various of street views in India STORYLINE: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a heat wave warning on Thursday for northwest India, which includes the national capital region. An increase of 3-4 degrees Celsius in maximum daily temperatures is anticipated across northwest and east India over the next four days. Delhi National Capital Region (NCR) is already enduring sweltering temperatures of around 40 degrees Celsius, but the heat is expected to intensify to 45 degrees by Saturday. IMD reports that western Rajasthan, western Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and southern Haryana may face heatwaves from Thursday through Saturday. The government agency urged residents to take necessary precautions. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from New Delhi. (XHTV)

Myanmar exports over 110,000 tons of rice, broken rice in initial month of FY 2024-25

STORY: Myanmar exports over 110,000 tons of rice, broken rice in initial month of FY 2024-25 SHOOTING TIME: Recent footage DATELINE: May 10, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:26 LOCATION: YANGON, Myanmar CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of farmers working in the farmlands in the Ayeyarwady Region STORYLINE: Myanmar exported 111,862 tons of rice and broken rice in April, the first month of the fiscal year 2024-25, according to data released recently by the Myanmar Rice Federation. The exports in April included 42,770 tons of rice and 69,092 tons of broken rice. According to the Myanmar Rice Federation's data, the volume of exports was up from 87,648 tons in the same period last year. The Southeast Asian country exported rice and broken rice to more than 20 countries and regions including Indonesia, the Philippines, China, Poland, Malaysia, Belgium, the Netherlands and Vietnam. In the 2023-24 fiscal year, Myanmar exported over 1.6 million tons of rice and broken rice, earning over 845 million U.S. dol

Death toll rises to 14 in rainstorms, flooding in Afghanistan

STORY: Death toll rises to 14 in rainstorms, flooding in Afghanistan SHOOTING TIME: May 5, 2024 DATELINE: May 6, 2024 LENGTH: 0:01:44 LOCATION: Kabul CATEGORY: OTHERS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the area hit by rainstorms and floods in north Afghanistan's Jawzjan province 2. various of the area hit by rainstorms and floods in north Afghanistan's Sari Pul province STORYLINE: At least 14 people have been confirmed dead due to a new round of heavy rains and flash floods in the western Herat and northern Sari Pul provinces of Afghanistan as well as adjoining areas over the past couple of days, officials said Sunday. Heavy rains and flash floods killed seven people in Herat province over the past couple of days, provincial director for the disaster management authority Musa Ashhari confirmed. Similarly, the rainstorms and flooding claimed one life in Herat's neighboring Farah province and two in Ghor province over the period, local officials said. In the country's northern regions, downpours and flash floo

Heatwave hits taxi drivers' wallets in Myanmar

STORY: Heatwave hits taxi drivers' wallets in Myanmar SHOOTING TIME: April 29, 2024 DATELINE: May 5, 2024 LENGTH: 00:04:33 LOCATION: YANGON, Myanmar CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of taxi in Yangon, Myanmar 2. various of streets in Yangon, Myanmar STORYLINE: The scorching temperatures gripping many parts of Myanmar have significantly impacted people's daily lives, particularly affecting the livelihoods of taxi drivers. The reports released by Myanmar's Department of Meteorology and Hydrology showed that many areas in the Southeast Asian country have experienced temperatures surpassing 40 degrees Celsius in recent days. As the mercury has soared across Myanmar, the Ministry of Health has issued advisories, urging citizens to take necessary precautions to safeguard their well-being and providing guidelines for staying safe during extreme heat and minimizing exposure to harmful ultraviolet radiation. In Yangon, the temperatures have been above 40 degrees Celsius in recent days, according to the cou

People in Myanmar struggle with sweltering heatwave

STORY: People in Myanmar struggle with sweltering heatwave SHOOTING TIME: May 1, 2024 DATELINE: May 3, 2024 LENGTH: 00:03:15 LOCATION: MANDALAY, Myanmar CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of farmers working in Mandalay, Myanmar 2. various of intense heat waves 3. various of people in the Mandalay region STORYLINE: As the mercury soars across Myanmar, people are grappling with a soaring heatwave that has battered the country, breaking temperature records in several regions. According to the EI Dorado Weather report, Chauk town of the Magway Region has been listed as one of the world's hottest cities for several days. On April 28, Chauk recorded the highest-ever April temperature in the past 56 years at 48.2 degrees Celsius, while Nyaung-U of Mandalay Region recorded the highest-ever April temperature in the past 59 years. Many regions across the country have also experienced high temperatures, surpassing 40 degrees Celsius in recent days. Local media reported that people in big cities like Yango

Continuation of traditional clay pot making in Myanmar ensures preservation

STORY: Continuation of traditional clay pot making in Myanmar ensures preservation SHOOTING TIME: Recent footage DATELINE: April 30, 2024 LENGTH: 0:02:46 LOCATION: YANGON, Myanmar CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of clay pot making in the outskirts of Yangon, Myanmar STORYLINE: The traditional art of clay pot making in Myanmar is facing a decline as the number of skilled potters dwindles. Thus, the presence of clay pot making businesses today is essential for safeguarding Myanmar's traditional pottery heritage, the owner of the U Tun Yi and Daw Toe clay pot business, Daw Toe, 84, who lives in Twante Township of Yangon Region, told Xinhua. In earlier times, knowledge and skills were passed down from the elderly to the younger generations, ensuring continuity. However, with the youth migrating to urban areas or abroad for work opportunities, the transmission of this art is hindered, she said. Consequently, only the elderly remain to uphold this tradition, Daw Toe, highlighted the urgent need fo

Myanmar's health ministry issues heat advisory amid soaring temperature

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