The nation is currently in the grip of a severe heatwave, with the capital city Delhi bearing the brunt of the scorching temperatures. On Sunday, Delhi's maximum temperature soared to 44.4 degrees Celsius, the highest of this season so far. According to the weather department, there’s no respite seen from the heat over the next week, as hot winds blowing from Rajasthan are set to intensify the swelter in Delhi. The main weather station at Safdarjung Observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 44.4 degrees Celsius, 4 degrees above what’s typical for this time of year. The minimum temperature was observed at 28.2 degrees Celsius, two degrees above the usual.
Najafgarh was the hottest area in the country
The majority of regions in Delhi recorded maximum temperatures ranging from 45 to 47 degrees Celsius, surpassing the average by four to six degrees. Najafgarh was notably the warmest locale in the national capital, clocking in at a steaming 47.8 degrees Celsius. Najafgarh's temperature was the highest recorded across the country.
Mungeshpur and Pitampura touched a searing 47.7 degrees Celsius
In the Mungeshpur and Pitampura areas, temperatures soared to 47.7 degrees Celsius and 47 degrees Celsius, respectively. Ayanagar reported a high of 46.4 degrees Celsius while Palam and the Ridge reached peak temperatures of 45.1 degrees Celsius and 45.9 degrees Celsius.
Heatwave warnings in place for many parts of Delhi
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted hot winds and has put out a red alert for heatwave conditions in various parts of Delhi. The weather authorities have also predicted partly cloudy skies and winds blowing at speeds of 25 to 35 kilometers per hour. Weather officials have warned the public to stay vigilant and advised those who are vulnerable—including children, the elderly, and people with chronic diseases—to take extra care.
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Heatstroke risks rise amid soaring temperatures
The weather department has stressed that people of all ages are susceptible to heatstrokes during this period. Special caution is advised for children, seniors, and those with pre-existing health conditions. The department has recommended avoiding direct sunlight and staying well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
Essential Tips to Avoid Heat Illness
The IMD has advised staying hydrated by drinking water as well as consuming oral rehydration solutions (ORS), homemade beverages like buttermilk, rice water (torani), lemonade, and lassi. As per the IMD, a heatwave is considered when the maximum temperature at a weather station reaches at least 40 degrees Celsius, which is then at least 4.5 degrees higher than the expected temperature. A severe heatwave is declared when the maximum temperature exceeds the normal by 6.5 degrees Celsius or more.
Delhi hotter than neighboring Rajasthan and Gujarat!
According to the IMD, most areas in Delhi were hotter than cities in neighboring Rajasthan. Delhi's temperatures eclipsed Bikaner, which recorded 44.6 degrees Celsius. Besides, Barmer (45.8 degrees Celsius), Jodhpur (45.6 degrees Celsius), Kota (46.2 degrees Celsius), and Sriganganagar (46.7 degrees Celsius) were all cooler compared to Delhi, which registered temperatures between 44-47 degrees Celsius.
Agra in Uttar Pradesh hits a peak of 47.7 degrees Celsius
Most places in Gujarat recorded maximum temperatures ranging from 33 to 45 degrees Celsius, with Surendranagar being the hottest city at 45.3 degrees Celsius. In Uttar Pradesh, Agra topped the charts with the highest recorded temperature of 47.7 degrees Celsius.]]>
Delhi among other states issued with an alert
IMD has declared a red alert due to heatwaves for Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Western Rajasthan, and orange alerts for Eastern Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. The weather department anticipates severe heatwave conditions to prevail in parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi until the 22nd of May.
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Heatwave warnings until May 22 for these states
Until May 22, the IMD has predicted heatwave conditions for certain parts of Eastern Uttar Pradesh, Western Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha. Similar predictions extend until the 20th of May for Bihar, West Bengal, and Jharkhand.
