Page 7 - Heatwaves

How quickly can the human body get dehydrated during severe heatwave?

Heatwave Dehydration: Scorching summer heat has shattered several records this year causing several illnesses, some of which can become life-threatening if not treated on time

Delhi nears 50 degrees Celsius: What's causing extreme heat in capital?

Delhi weather updates: Outer areas of the national capital, Mungeshpur and Narela, recorded 49.9 degrees Celsius temperature on Tuesday, which is nine notches above the normal temperature

Heatwave persists in large parts of India, Churu sizzles at 50 degrees C

Heatwave conditions intensified in Rajasthan on Tuesday, with Churu recording the highest temperature of the season at 50.5 degrees Celsius. The day temperature reached 46.6 degrees Celsius in Jaipur, 49.4 degrees Celsius in Ganganagar, 49 degrees Celsius in Pilani (Jhunjhunu) and Phalodi, 48.3 degrees Celsius in Bikaner and 48.2 degrees Celsius in Kota, according to the Meteorological Centre here. Amid the searing heat, 18 people, mostly homeless, were found dead at various places in Kota in the last four days but the district administration said the exact reasons behind the deaths will be clear only after the receipt of their postmortem report. "There is no death by heat wave in the district so far and there is nothing related to heat wave in postmortem reports brought to my knowledge," Kota collector Ravindra Goswami told PTI on Tuesday. He was asked if the deaths were related to the heat wave. The official said he is continuously monitoring arrangements in the city to take sto

North India to experience more heatwave days in June, warns IMD: 10 points

Weather department claims that while the northwest India and the adjoining areas usually record two-three heatwave days in June, this time the number is likely to rise up to six

Understanding heat waves: What are the causes, impact, and how to stay safe

A heat wave is an extended period of excessively hot weather that can have serious consequences for human health and the environment

Jammu announces daily power cuts, sets up control rooms for heatwave

Heatwave has triggered a severe water and power crisis in several areas of the Jammu division, prompting authorities to set up control rooms and appoint nodal officers in each district to cater to public complaints. On Monday, authorities announced a four-hour load-shedding in urban areas and an eight-hour cut in rural areas on a daily basis. Over the past week, several places, particularly Jammu city, have faced major water and power shortages, leading to public protests, and the stopping of a Vande Bharat train at a railway station. In view of the mounting distress, Divisional Commissioner Ramesh Kumar has directed deputy commissioners to establish control rooms and appoint nodal officers in each district to handle complaints related to power and water supply. Kumar, who chaired a meeting to deal with the issue, emphasised the need to maintain a buffer stock of transformers and water tankers in each district to meet the public demand. He urged officials to augment water and pow

IMD issues 'red alert' for North India, 'yellow' alert for Ladakh, Himachal

The meteorological department warns Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Western Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan are expected to experience 'heatwave to severe heatwave' conditions until May 28

Intense heatwave: 37 cities record temperature over 45 degrees Celsius

People in large parts of India sweated through a deadly heat wave that tested power grids and disaster preparedness of states on Sunday while Maharashtra's Akola imposed Section 144 until May 31, prohibiting public gatherings. A 'red' warning has been issued for Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, west Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat, indicating a "very high likelihood" of heat illness and heat stroke for all age groups. Rajasthan's Phalodi was the hottest place in the country for the second consecutive day, recording a maximum temperature of 49.8 degrees Celsius. A day ago, the city hit 50 degrees Celsius -- the highest temperature recorded in the country since June 1, 2019. The state has reported multiple heat-related deaths in the last three days. Official data showed that at least 37 places in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh recorded maximum temperatures of 45 degrees Celsius or above on Sunday, compared to 17 places a day ago.

Heatwave Update: 10 hottest cities in India; temperature to touch 48-degree

The heatwave situation is expected to persist in the country, the temperature is close to 48 degrees Celsius. No relief in sight, according to IMD

E-commerce demand surges amid heatwave, manpower needs increase

In the past month alone, daily deliveries by e-commerce entities have escalated to over two million, compared to 1.2-1.5 million deliveries recorded a year earlier

Heatwave sweeps through large parts of India for fifth consecutive day

A blistering heat wave swept through large parts of India for the fifth consecutive day on Tuesday, affecting health and livelihoods. There is no relief predicted in the affected areas -- Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and northwest Madhya Pradesh -- during the next five days. The Met Office has issued a red warning for these states, stressing the need for "extreme care for vulnerable people". It said extreme heat will continue in the lower hills of Himachal Pradesh, safe havens for people escaping the punishing heat in the plains, during the period. On Tuesday, temperatures remained above 45 degrees Celsius in swathes of Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, Chandigarh, and Uttar Pradesh, affecting daily life as many chose to remain indoors in the afternoon. Parts of Gujarat reeled from the deadly combination of high heat and humidity. The mercury soared to a blistering 47.8 degrees Celsius in Haryana's Sirsa, making it the warmest place in the country on Tuesda

As temperature crosses 47 degree Celsius, IMD issues 'red alert' for Delhi

In light of the severe weather conditions, the Directorate of Education in Delhi has instructed both government and private aided schools to observe their summer break from May 11 until June 30

Delhi heatwave: Impact on body, precautions to take in extreme temperatures

The temperature in the national capital has crossed the 45 degrees barrier. Here's what you can do to prevent heat strokes, dehydration and other heat-related illness

IMD issues heatwave alert for several states during next 5 days; check list

Delhi braces for sweltering temperatures, with the mercury expected to peak at 45 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday

IMD weather today: 3 states to experience heatwave, rainfall in some places

The Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast indicates no respite from high temperatures in at least 3 states where in the following 15 days, both daytime and morning temperatures are expected to rise

Delhi heatwave guidelines: DoE issues directives for schools, read here

Delhi heatwave guidelines: The Directorate of Education issued guidelines to ensure student's safety due to rising heatwave conditions in North India

IMD issues heat wave red alert in Andhra, Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha

Prolonged heat wave conditions could strain power grids and lead to water shortages in certain parts of India

IMD predicts severe heatwave till May 1, check full weather forecast

The IMD predicts severe heatwave conditions on May 1 and similar conditions will persist over the South Peninsular region in the coming five days

IMD issues heatwave alert, predicts record-breaking 2024 temperatures

IMD issued 'red alert' for West Bengal, Odisha till month-end, 'orange alert' for sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Bihar, and interior Karnataka

IMD issues heatwave alert for Thane, Raigad, and Mumbai from April 27-29

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for Maharashtra's Thane, Raigad districts and parts of Mumbai from April 27 to 29. IMD scientist Sushma Nair on Wednesday said there is an anti-cyclonic circulation over Thane, Raigad and parts of Mumbai which will lead to a rise in temperature. The temperatures are likely to peak on April 27 and 28. This is the second heatwave alert issued for Mumbai and neighbouring region this month. On April 15 and 16, Mumbai and its neighbouring areas had witnessed severe hot weather and temperatures in parts of Navi Mumbai reached 41 degrees Celsius. The IMD had advised people to avoid prolonged heat exposure, drink sufficient water and stay hydrated, wear light coloured, loose and cotton clothes, cover head or use wet cloth or hat or umbrella while going out during afternoon hours, and schedule strenuous jobs during cooler times of the day.