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Southeast Asia faces extreme heat impacting outdoor workers
Southeast Asian nations are experiencing extreme heat, leading to increased health risks for outdoor workers. In Malaysia, a small business owner adjusts his work schedule to avoid the hottest parts of the day while tending his oil palm plantation. Agencies in Singapore are providing more frequent breaks, hydration, and protective gear to outdoor workers like traffic marshals to mitigate heat stress. The extreme temperatures highlight potential gaps in safety nets for those working outdoors across the region.
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- Centre (2): Channel News Asia, South China Morning Post