Summer in India is making a grand return with the expectation of breaking all records of the previous year. In the southern state of Kerala, all schools and colleges are closed till Monday due to a rare heatwave. In other parts of India as well, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued several alerts in the wake of persistent heat wave conditions.

The Gangetic Plain region of India is not new to heat waves, but heat waves in the coastal state of Kerala are very rare. Data from the IMD shows that the state recorded five heat wave days in April alone.

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On Wednesday, the Met Department said the current El Nino weather pattern was a major cause of the soaring high temperatures in parts of India.

Fewer thunderstorms and an anti-cyclonic circulation near India's southeastern coast are some other reasons listed by IMD for causing heat waves.&nbsp;

<h2>Schools, colleges shut in Kerala due to scorching temperatures&nbsp;</h2>

The state government of Kerala on Thursday (May 2) announced measures to tackle the rising temperatures in the state. All educational institutions including professional colleges will remain closed till Monday, said the Kerala Disaster Management Authority.&nbsp;

The state disaster management body, led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, also advised schools to reschedule classes from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm on other days.&nbsp;

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Local media reported that at least two people died earlier this week in Kerala, but authorities are yet to confirm if their death was due to extreme heat.

The forest department of the state is also bracing to avoid any wildfires during summer.

The department is also directed to follow strict guidelines to protect livestock and wildlife from heatstroke.&nbsp;

On Thursday, the temperature in state capital Thiruvananthapuram touched 35 degrees Celsius but the IMD said it felt like 46 due to high humidity.

IMD issues heatwave warnings in several states

The IMD also issued a warning of heatwave conditions in other regions including Telangana, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry.

These regions are expected to see heatwave conditions until May 6.

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Jharkhand is also expected to witness heat wave to severe heat wave conditions today. Though its intensity will dip from tomorrow, heat wave conditions will continue till May 4.

West Bengal, Odisha, Gujarat and Maharashtra are also likely to witness heat wave conditions on May 5, as per the IMD forecast.

(With inputs from agencies)

Summer in India is making a grand return with the expectation of breaking all records of the previous year. In the southern state of Kerala, all schools and colleges are closed till Monday due to a rare heatwave.

Summer in India is making a grand return with the expectation of breaking all records of the previous year. In the southern state of Kerala, all schools and colleges are closed till Monday due to a rare heatwave. In other parts of India as well, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued several alerts in the wake of persistent heat wave conditions. The Gangetic Plain region of India is not new to heat waves, but heat waves in the coastal state of Kerala are very rare. Data from the IMD shows that the state recorded five heat wave days in April alone. Also Read | Delhi Police to summon Telangana Congress members in Amit Shah's doctored video case On Wednesday, the Met Department said the current El Nino weather pattern was a major cause of the soaring high temperatures in parts of India. Fewer thunderstorms and an anti-cyclonic circulation near India's southeastern coast are some other reasons listed by IMD for causing heat waves. Schools, colleges shut in Kerala due to scorching temperatures The state government of Kerala on Thursday (May 2) announced measures to tackle the rising temperatures in the state. All educational institutions including professional colleges will remain closed till Monday, said the Kerala Disaster Management Authority. The state disaster management body, led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, also advised schools to reschedule classes from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm on other days. Watch | India: Heatwave warnings issued for several states × Local media reported that at least two people died earlier this week in Kerala, but authorities are yet to confirm if their death was due to extreme heat. The forest department of the state is also bracing to avoid any wildfires during summer. The department is also directed to follow strict guidelines to protect livestock and wildlife from heatstroke. On Thursday, the temperature in state capital Thiruvananthapuram touched 35 degrees Celsius but the IMD said it felt like 46 due to high humidity. IMD issues heatwave warnings in several states The IMD also issued a warning of heatwave conditions in other regions including Telangana, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry. These regions are expected to see heatwave conditions until May 6. Also Read | Apple CEO Tim Cook delighted with double-digit growth in India, sets revenue records Jharkhand is also expected to witness heat wave to severe heat wave conditions today. Though its intensity will dip from tomorrow, heat wave conditions will continue till May 4. West Bengal, Odisha, Gujarat and Maharashtra are also likely to witness heat wave conditions on May 5, as per the IMD forecast. (With inputs from agencies)

Schools, colleges shut in Kerala due to scorching heat; IMD predicts more heat wave days in many states

North India is likely to witness a hot spell soon this year, with the&nbsp;India Meteorological Department (IMD) saying that several parts of the country will witness a spike in temperature in the next five days. The IMD warned that there would be a gradual rise of two-four degrees Celsius over the next five days in the country. The IMD warning comes after the agency said that except for parts of the northwest and peninsular region, most parts of India are likely to witness above-normal maximum temperatures from April to June.&nbsp;

IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mahapatra said, “A significantly higher number of heatwave days are predicted over parts of Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Punjab and Haryana."

The summer season this year is expected to break records. February was the hottest since weather records started to be maintained in 1901, according to the IMD. But March was relatively normal due to the above-normal rainfall following the seven western disturbances, including five strong ones.&nbsp;

The national capital Delhi witnessed extreme weather swings in the last month, with unexpected rains shocking weathermen and the common people. Thunderstorms and hailstorms were recorded which damaged crops in northern India.&nbsp;

Thunderstorms and strong winds have been predicted over Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh in the next two days. "Thunderstorms with gusty winds are likely over Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh during the next two days and decrease thereafter," the IMD advisory said.

(With inputs from agencies)

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North India is likely to witness a hot spell soon this year, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) saying that several parts of the country will witness a spike in temperature in the next five days.

North India is likely to witness a hot spell soon this year, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) saying that several parts of the country will witness a spike in temperature in the next five days. The IMD warned that there would be a gradual rise of two-four degrees Celsius over the next five days in the country. The IMD warning comes after the agency said that except for parts of the northwest and peninsular region, most parts of India are likely to witness above-normal maximum temperatures from April to June. IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mahapatra said, “A significantly higher number of heatwave days are predicted over parts of Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Punjab and Haryana." The summer season this year is expected to break records. February was the hottest since weather records started to be maintained in 1901, according to the IMD. But March was relatively normal due to the above-normal rainfall following the seven western disturbances, including five strong ones. The national capital Delhi witnessed extreme weather swings in the last month, with unexpected rains shocking weathermen and the common people. Thunderstorms and hailstorms were recorded which damaged crops in northern India. Thunderstorms and strong winds have been predicted over Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh in the next two days. "Thunderstorms with gusty winds are likely over Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh during the next two days and decrease thereafter," the IMD advisory said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

IMD forecast says heatwave will take over several parts of India in coming five days

Delhi on Tuesday recorded its highest temperature of the season as the mercury crossed 47 degrees Celsius-mark in Palam area, the India Meteorological Department said.

Hottest day in Delhi in 18 years: Recorded temperature 47 degree celsius

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Schools, colleges shut in Kerala due to scorching heat; IMD predicts more heat wave days in many states

IMD forecast says heatwave will take over several parts of India in coming five days

Hottest day in Delhi in 18 years: Recorded temperature 47 degree celsius