Unbearable heatwaves scorch large parts of North India. The mercury touched 47.1 degrees Celsius in Delhi. The weather department was compelled to issue a red warning for Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan.

Heatwaves scorch North India, IMD issues red alert

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The blistering heat across India, especially northern India, continues as the maximum temperature breached the 48 degrees celsius mark in the Indian state of Rajasthan, which is the highest so far this season.

Intense heatwave sweeps across Northern India

Heatwave alert across North India

<p>Many areas of India have been reeling under heat wave conditions for the past few days. On Tuesday (May 21), the highest temperature of 47.8°C in the country was recorded at Haryana's Sirsa.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The India Meteorological Department (IMD) in a press release, on Wednesday (May 22) warned that the heat wave is likely to continue for the next five days.</p>

<p>"Heat wave to severe heat wave conditions most likely to continue over plains of Northwest India and Heat wave conditions over north Madhya Pradesh &amp; Gujarat State during next 5 days," said the weather department.</p>

<p>This comes as power demand&nbsp;across India witnesses a significant rise. On Wednesday afternoon, national capital&nbsp;Delhi clocked its peak power demand of 8000 MW at 3:42 pm. This, as per reports, is&nbsp;the highest ever in the history of the national capital.</p>

<p>Just a day earlier, Delhi had created another record with its peak power demand reaching 7,717 MW on Tuesday afternoon amid intense summer heat, said discom officials.</p>

<h2><strong>Maximum temperature may rise</strong></h2>

<p>On Tuesday, as per IMD, "maximum temperatures were in the range of 44-47°C at many places in Rajasthan; in some places across Haryana, Madhya Pradesh and&nbsp;Gujarat state; in isolated pockets over West Uttar Pradesh; in the range of 40- 44°C in many places over Punjab, Odisha and&nbsp;interior Maharashtra; in some parts of East Uttar Pradesh and&nbsp;Chhattisgarh; in isolated pockets of Telangana."</p>

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<p>"These were above normal by 2-4°C over many parts of Punjab and Saurashtra &amp; Kutch; in some places over Haryana; in isolated pockets of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat Region."</p>

<p>The temperatures will "very likely" rise by 2-3°C over the next five days, it adds.</p>

<p>"Gradual rises by about 2-3°C in maximum temperatures very likely over many parts of Central India and Maharashtra during next 5 days."</p>

<h2><strong>'Looks like hell'</strong></h2>

<p>On social media, the prevailing heat conditions have become a subject of memes, with people sharing relatable content.</p>

<p>One user took to social media platform Instagram to share a heat map of India. The image, which read: "If you live in this area, you are hot. Don't let haters tell you otherwise," was posted with the caption, "All singles in your area are hot singles."</p>

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<p>The alarming image had most of the country doused in red colour, prompting people to comment, some in jest, others in satire.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/imd-weather-update-monsoon-approaching-andaman-heat-wave-to-continue-in-northwest-india-723381">IMD weather update: Monsoon approaching Andaman; heat wave to continue in northwest India</a></strong></p>

<p>One user said, "Updated solar system: 1. Mercury 2. Delhi 3. Rajasthan 4. Venus…"</p>

<p>Another said, "Looks like hell".</p>

<p>A third user commented "Mera desh jal raha hai (My country is burning)," a satirical take on "Mera desh badal raha hai (My country is evolving)," a popular BJP election campaign song.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Many areas of India have been reeling under heat wave conditions for the past few days. On Tuesday (May 21), the highest temperature of 47.8°C in the country was recorded at Haryana's Sirsa.

Many areas of India have been reeling under heat wave conditions for the past few days. On Tuesday (May 21), the highest temperature of 47.8°C in the country was recorded at Haryana's Sirsa. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) in a press release, on Wednesday (May 22) warned that the heat wave is likely to continue for the next five days. "Heat wave to severe heat wave conditions most likely to continue over plains of Northwest India and Heat wave conditions over north Madhya Pradesh & Gujarat State during next 5 days," said the weather department. This comes as power demand across India witnesses a significant rise. On Wednesday afternoon, national capital Delhi clocked its peak power demand of 8000 MW at 3:42 pm. This, as per reports, is the highest ever in the history of the national capital. Just a day earlier, Delhi had created another record with its peak power demand reaching 7,717 MW on Tuesday afternoon amid intense summer heat, said discom officials. Maximum temperature may rise On Tuesday, as per IMD, "maximum temperatures were in the range of 44-47°C at many places in Rajasthan; in some places across Haryana, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat state; in isolated pockets over West Uttar Pradesh; in the range of 40- 44°C in many places over Punjab, Odisha and interior Maharashtra; in some parts of East Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh; in isolated pockets of Telangana." Also read | India's capital swelters at 47.4 degrees Celsius, IMD issues 'red alert' for next five days "These were above normal by 2-4°C over many parts of Punjab and Saurashtra & Kutch; in some places over Haryana; in isolated pockets of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat Region." The temperatures will "very likely" rise by 2-3°C over the next five days, it adds. "Gradual rises by about 2-3°C in maximum temperatures very likely over many parts of Central India and Maharashtra during next 5 days." 'Looks like hell' On social media, the prevailing heat conditions have become a subject of memes, with people sharing relatable content. One user took to social media platform Instagram to share a heat map of India. The image, which read: "If you live in this area, you are hot. Don't let haters tell you otherwise," was posted with the caption, "All singles in your area are hot singles." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sagar (@sagarcasm) × The alarming image had most of the country doused in red colour, prompting people to comment, some in jest, others in satire. Also read | IMD weather update: Monsoon approaching Andaman; heat wave to continue in northwest India One user said, "Updated solar system: 1. Mercury 2. Delhi 3. Rajasthan 4. Venus…" Another said, "Looks like hell". A third user commented "Mera desh jal raha hai (My country is burning)," a satirical take on "Mera desh badal raha hai (My country is evolving)," a popular BJP election campaign song. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Looks like hell’: India swelters with higher than average temperatures, IMD shares heat map

<p>A recent study discovered that on the hottest days, the chances of hospitalisation nearly doubled for people with metabolic disorders such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, compared to days with more comfortable temperatures.</p>

<p>The research, which examined hospital admissions due to high temperatures over more than 10&nbsp;years in Spain, revealed that extreme heat disproportionately affected people with these health conditions.</p>

<p>"There are a number of reasons to explain this. For example, in people with obesity, heat loss responses work less efficiently, as body fat acts as an insulator, making them more susceptible to heat disorders," said Hicham Achebak, a researcher at the Barcelona Institute for Global Health, as cited by PTI.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/deaths-due-to-heat-at-all-time-high-heatwaves-in-europe-linked-to-30-increase-in-fatalities-713795">Also read | Deaths due to heat at all-time high; heatwaves in Europe linked to 30% increase in fatalities</a></p>

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<p>The researchers noted that increased levels of air pollution also seemed to exacerbate the likelihood of hospitalisation for individuals with these conditions, including diabetes.</p>

<p>Additionally, the study revealed that on warmer days, men exhibited an elevated risk of hospital admission for injuries, whereas women showed a heightened risk of hospitalisation for infectious diseases, hormonal and metabolic disorders, respiratory issues, or urinary diseases.</p>

<p>"Under conditions of heat stress, the body activates cutaneous vasodilation (more blood flows to skin) and sweat production in order to lose heat. The subsequent reactions can affect people differently depending on a series of factors, such as age, sex or pre-existing health conditions," explained Achebak, corresponding author of the study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives, reported PTI.</p>

<p>"We know, for example, that women have a higher temperature threshold above which sweating mechanisms are activated and are more susceptible to the effects of heat," he said.</p>

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<p>The researchers examined data from over 11.2 million emergency hospital admissions spanning from 2006 to 2019 across 48 provinces in mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands, a group of islands located off the eastern coast of Spain in the Mediterranean Sea.</p>
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<p>The study revealed that high temperatures had a widespread impact on specific causes of hospital admissions. Children under one year old and adults over 85 years old were identified as the most vulnerable groups, with heat increasing the risk of hospitalisation across all age ranges.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch | Indians to experience extreme heat | Climate anxiety skyrockets globally</strong></p>

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<p>The researchers also found that conditions such as kidney issues (including failure and stones), urinary tract infections, and sepsis increased the likelihood of hospitalisation during extreme heat events.</p>

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A recent study discovered that on the hottest days, the chances of hospitalisation nearly doubled for people with metabolic disorders such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, compared to days with more comfortable temperatures.

A recent study discovered that on the hottest days, the chances of hospitalisation nearly doubled for people with metabolic disorders such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, compared to days with more comfortable temperatures. The research, which examined hospital admissions due to high temperatures over more than 10 years in Spain, revealed that extreme heat disproportionately affected people with these health conditions. "There are a number of reasons to explain this. For example, in people with obesity, heat loss responses work less efficiently, as body fat acts as an insulator, making them more susceptible to heat disorders," said Hicham Achebak, a researcher at the Barcelona Institute for Global Health, as cited by PTI. Also read | Deaths due to heat at all-time high; heatwaves in Europe linked to 30% increase in fatalities The researchers noted that increased levels of air pollution also seemed to exacerbate the likelihood of hospitalisation for individuals with these conditions, including diabetes. Additionally, the study revealed that on warmer days, men exhibited an elevated risk of hospital admission for injuries, whereas women showed a heightened risk of hospitalisation for infectious diseases, hormonal and metabolic disorders, respiratory issues, or urinary diseases. "Under conditions of heat stress, the body activates cutaneous vasodilation (more blood flows to skin) and sweat production in order to lose heat. The subsequent reactions can affect people differently depending on a series of factors, such as age, sex or pre-existing health conditions," explained Achebak, corresponding author of the study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives, reported PTI. "We know, for example, that women have a higher temperature threshold above which sweating mechanisms are activated and are more susceptible to the effects of heat," he said. The researchers examined data from over 11.2 million emergency hospital admissions spanning from 2006 to 2019 across 48 provinces in mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands, a group of islands located off the eastern coast of Spain in the Mediterranean Sea. Using statistical analysis methods, the team assessed how temperatures affected various reasons for hospitalisation during the summer months (June to September) across different provinces. They considered factors such as daily average temperatures, relative humidity, and levels of air pollutants like PM2.5. The study revealed that high temperatures had a widespread impact on specific causes of hospital admissions. Children under one year old and adults over 85 years old were identified as the most vulnerable groups, with heat increasing the risk of hospitalisation across all age ranges. Also watch | Indians to experience extreme heat | Climate anxiety skyrockets globally The researchers also found that conditions such as kidney issues (including failure and stones), urinary tract infections, and sepsis increased the likelihood of hospitalisation during extreme heat events. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>As the mercury continued to soar in north India, the maximum temperature of the national capital was 47.4 degrees Celsius - the highest in the country - on Monday (May 20).</p>

<p>A severe heatwave red alert was issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and Chandigarh. IMD predicted that severe heatwave conditions are likely to persist through the next five days.</p>

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<p>The temperatures went above 45 degrees Celsius in various parts of Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, Chandigarh and Uttar Pradesh across northern India.</p>

<h2><strong>Power demand reaches its peak in the national capital</strong></h2>

<p>The&nbsp;demand for electricity&nbsp;reached its peak for May in the national capital due to the searing heat.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-ncr-heatwave-red-alert-issued-as-over-45-temperatures-expected-to-keep-raging-723000">India heatwave: Red Alert issued in Delhi-NCR; heavy rainfall expected in Kerala</a></p>

<p>The temperature recorded on Saturday (May 18) was 43.6 degrees Celsius, which was up from 42.5 degrees Celsius on Friday (May 17).</p>

<p>As per the State Load Dispatch Centre's real-time data, peak power demand reached 7,572 MW at 3:33 pm (local time). This was the highest-ever power demand recorded in&nbsp;the month of&nbsp;May in Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Delhi government directs schools to close for summer vacations</strong></h2>

<p>The Delhi government asked the schools which have not closed for summer vacations to announce holidays with immediate effect.</p>

<p>The Directorate of Education in Delhi, in a circular, said that all the schools have been asked to close their schools for summer vacation from May 11 to June 30.</p>

<p>"...all the govt schools are closed&nbsp;wef&nbsp;11.05.24. However, it has been observed that some of the govt. aided and unaided recognised private schools are still open during ongoing severe heat waves.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;India sears in heatwave, Weather department issues warning</strong></p>

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<p>"Therefore, all the heads of govt. aided and unaided recognised private schools of Delhi are advised to close the schools for summer vacation with immediate effect," stated the circular.</p>

<h2><strong>IMD appeals for 'extreme care' amid heatwave</strong></h2>

<p>According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the skies will remain clear with heatwave conditions in the national capital and areas around it.</p>

<p>In its seven-day forecast, the IMD appealed for "extreme care for vulnerable people" because of the heatwave.</p>

<p>In such conditions, there are high chance that people will have heat-related illness and may suffer heat stroke.</p>

<p>"Avoid heat exposure and keep cool. Avoid dehydration," the IMD stated.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


As the mercury continued to soar in north India, the maximum temperature of the national capital was 47.4 degrees Celsius - the highest in the country - on Monday (May 20).

As the mercury continued to soar in north India, the maximum temperature of the national capital was 47.4 degrees Celsius - the highest in the country - on Monday (May 20). A severe heatwave red alert was issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and Chandigarh. IMD predicted that severe heatwave conditions are likely to persist through the next five days. The temperatures went above 45 degrees Celsius in various parts of Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, Chandigarh and Uttar Pradesh across northern India. Power demand reaches its peak in the national capital The demand for electricity reached its peak for May in the national capital due to the searing heat. Also Read: India heatwave: Red Alert issued in Delhi-NCR; heavy rainfall expected in Kerala The temperature recorded on Saturday (May 18) was 43.6 degrees Celsius, which was up from 42.5 degrees Celsius on Friday (May 17). As per the State Load Dispatch Centre's real-time data, peak power demand reached 7,572 MW at 3:33 pm (local time). This was the highest-ever power demand recorded in the month of May in Delhi. Delhi government directs schools to close for summer vacations The Delhi government asked the schools which have not closed for summer vacations to announce holidays with immediate effect. The Directorate of Education in Delhi, in a circular, said that all the schools have been asked to close their schools for summer vacation from May 11 to June 30. "...all the govt schools are closed wef 11.05.24. However, it has been observed that some of the govt. aided and unaided recognised private schools are still open during ongoing severe heat waves. Watch: India sears in heatwave, Weather department issues warning "Therefore, all the heads of govt. aided and unaided recognised private schools of Delhi are advised to close the schools for summer vacation with immediate effect," stated the circular. IMD appeals for 'extreme care' amid heatwave According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the skies will remain clear with heatwave conditions in the national capital and areas around it. In its seven-day forecast, the IMD appealed for "extreme care for vulnerable people" because of the heatwave. In such conditions, there are high chance that people will have heat-related illness and may suffer heat stroke. "Avoid heat exposure and keep cool. Avoid dehydration," the IMD stated. (With inputs from agencies)

India's capital swelters at 47.4 degrees Celsius, IMD issues 'red alert' for next five days

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<p>Howler monkeys are dying in Mexico, and officials announced on Monday (May 20) that they are probing whether the extreme heat is responsible for the deaths of these endangered species. The Environment Ministry indicated that possible causes being examined include "heat stroke, dehydration, malnutrition, or pesticide fumigation of crops."</p>

<p>They also mentioned that investigations would be conducted to rule out the presence of a virus or disease.</p>

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<p>Temperatures reaching up to 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit) have been documented in the southern states of Chiapas and Tabasco, where the deaths of the howler monkeys have occurred.</p>

<p>Although the government did not specify the number of primates that have died, the Tabasco-based wildlife preservation group COBIUS reported "mass deaths."</p>

<p>"It's very likely due to climatic reasons but we cannot rule out other important causes," it said in a statement.</p>

<p>"If you see monkeys that are weak and apparently suffering from heat or dehydration, please try to hoist a bucket of water by rope for them to drink," it added.</p>

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<p>Temperatures reaching up to 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit) have been documented in the southern states of Chiapas and Tabasco, where the deaths of the howler monkeys have occurred.</p>

<p>Although the government did not specify the number of primates that have died, the Tabasco-based wildlife preservation group COBIUS reported "mass deaths."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-capital-swelters-at-474-degrees-celsius-imd-issues-red-alert-for-next-five-days-723741">Also read | India's capital swelters at 47.4 degrees Celsius, IMD issues 'red alert' for next five days</a></p>

<h2><strong>Over 40% of land vertebrates at risk from extreme heat </strong></h2>

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<p>New research has warned that by the end of the century, over 40 per cent of land vertebrates will be threatened by extreme heat if high emissions continue, with rare, extreme temperatures becoming common.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch | US: Thousands sweltering in heat without power in Texas</strong></p>

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<p>The study indicates that reptiles, birds, amphibians, and mammals are increasingly facing extreme heat events in terms of frequency, duration, and intensity due to human-induced global warming.</p>

<p>According to the <a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-022-05606-z">paper published in Nature</a>, under a high emissions scenario leading to 4.4°C warming, 41 per cent of land vertebrates will encounter extreme thermal events by 2099.</p>

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Howler monkeys are dying in Mexico, and officials announced on Monday (May 20) that they are probing whether the extreme heat is responsible for the deaths of these endangered species.

Howler monkeys are dying in Mexico, and officials announced on Monday (May 20) that they are probing whether the extreme heat is responsible for the deaths of these endangered species. The Environment Ministry indicated that possible causes being examined include "heat stroke, dehydration, malnutrition, or pesticide fumigation of crops." They also mentioned that investigations would be conducted to rule out the presence of a virus or disease. Temperatures reaching up to 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit) have been documented in the southern states of Chiapas and Tabasco, where the deaths of the howler monkeys have occurred. Although the government did not specify the number of primates that have died, the Tabasco-based wildlife preservation group COBIUS reported "mass deaths." "It's very likely due to climatic reasons but we cannot rule out other important causes," it said in a statement. "If you see monkeys that are weak and apparently suffering from heat or dehydration, please try to hoist a bucket of water by rope for them to drink," it added. Temperatures reaching up to 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit) have been documented in the southern states of Chiapas and Tabasco, where the deaths of the howler monkeys have occurred. Although the government did not specify the number of primates that have died, the Tabasco-based wildlife preservation group COBIUS reported "mass deaths." Also read | India's capital swelters at 47.4 degrees Celsius, IMD issues 'red alert' for next five days Over 40% of land vertebrates at risk from extreme heat New research has warned that by the end of the century, over 40 per cent of land vertebrates will be threatened by extreme heat if high emissions continue, with rare, extreme temperatures becoming common. Also watch | US: Thousands sweltering in heat without power in Texas The study indicates that reptiles, birds, amphibians, and mammals are increasingly facing extreme heat events in terms of frequency, duration, and intensity due to human-induced global warming. According to the paper published in Nature, under a high emissions scenario leading to 4.4°C warming, 41 per cent of land vertebrates will encounter extreme thermal events by 2099. (With inputs from agencies)

Extreme heat causes howler monkeys to 'drop dead' in Mexico

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a severe heatwave alerts for Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Chandigarh, predicting that heatwave to severe heatwave alerts will persist over the next five days.

India: IMD issues severe heat wave alert

Northern India including capital Delhi is reeling under a fierce heatwave. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for severe heatwave conditions for 5 days day. Watch in for more details!

Heatwave alert: IMD issues 'red alert' across north India, Delhi sizzles at 46 degrees

<p><strong>Delhi-NCR Weather heatwave:</strong> The heatwave in northern India continues over the weekend with Delhi and surrounding National Capital Region (NCR)&nbsp;reeling under rising temperature. The mercury breached 45 degree Celsius mark on Saturday (May 18) across 10 weather stations.</p>

<p>In northwestern Delhi, Mungeshpur weather station recorded day temperature of 46.8 degree Celsius. Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'Red' alert for Sunday (May 20) and an 'Orange' alert has been issued from May 20 to May 22.</p>

<p>Delhi is set to vote on May 25 in&nbsp;the ongoing general elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;India: Heatwave in Punjab, Haryana &amp; Delhi to last until May 21</strong></p>

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<p>The met department said that "there is a very high likelihood of developing heat illness and heat stroke in all ages" on Sunday (May 19).&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Delhi NCR heatwave: What next?</strong></h2>

<p>The heat spell in the region is&nbsp;expected to continue over next week till May 22. The maximum&nbsp;temperature is likely to hover around 45 degree Celsius.</p>

<p>A few weather stations, like Mungeshpur, are expected to record temperatures upward of 45 degrees.</p>

<h2><strong>Delhi weather in recent days</strong></h2>

<p>On Saturday (May 18), the maximum temperature at the Safdarjung Observatory,&nbsp;Delhi’s base station, stood at 43.7°C, three notches above normal, making it the highest recorded day temperature of the season so far.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The mercury breached 45°C at Ridge in north Delhi (45.5°C), Ayanagar (45.2°C), Gurugram (45°C), Faridabad (45.8°C), Jafarpur in southwest Delhi (45.6°C), Mungeshpur (46.8°C), Najafgarh (46.7°C), Noida (45.6°C), Pitampura (46.1°C) and Pusa (46°C). On Friday, Najafgarh was the warmest station in the country at 47.4°C.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/heatwave-hits-north-india-south-to-see-rainfall-imd-climate-central-warn-722663">Heatwave to intensify in north India, south to see rainfall: IMD, Climate Central warn</a></strong></p>

<p>IMD considers a heatwave if the maximum temperature touches 45°C or above. A heatwave day is also declared when the maximum is 4.5 degrees or more than&nbsp;normal, and the maximum is at least 40°C. A 'severe' heatwave is declared when the maximum is 6.5 degrees or more above normal.</p>

<p>"As per Delhi’s climatology, the peak temperature is recorded during this time of the year," an official was quoted as saying by The Times of India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Heat wave to severe heat wave conditions are likely to continue over the plains of northwest India, including Delhi, during the next five days," IMD said in its bulletin.</p>

<p>Elsewhere in the country,&nbsp;IMD has&nbsp;issued 'Red' alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall for Pathanamthitta, Idukki and Kottayam districts for Sunday. Orange alert has been issued for the Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha and Ernakulam districts.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Delhi-NCR Weather heatwave: The heatwave in northern India continues over the weekend with Delhi and surrounding National Capital Region (NCR) reeling under rising temperature.

Delhi-NCR Weather heatwave: The heatwave in northern India continues over the weekend with Delhi and surrounding National Capital Region (NCR) reeling under rising temperature. The mercury breached 45 degree Celsius mark on Saturday (May 18) across 10 weather stations. In northwestern Delhi, Mungeshpur weather station recorded day temperature of 46.8 degree Celsius. Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'Red' alert for Sunday (May 20) and an 'Orange' alert has been issued from May 20 to May 22. Delhi is set to vote on May 25 in the ongoing general elections. Also watch | India: Heatwave in Punjab, Haryana & Delhi to last until May 21 × The met department said that "there is a very high likelihood of developing heat illness and heat stroke in all ages" on Sunday (May 19). Delhi NCR heatwave: What next? The heat spell in the region is expected to continue over next week till May 22. The maximum temperature is likely to hover around 45 degree Celsius. A few weather stations, like Mungeshpur, are expected to record temperatures upward of 45 degrees. Delhi weather in recent days On Saturday (May 18), the maximum temperature at the Safdarjung Observatory, Delhi’s base station, stood at 43.7°C, three notches above normal, making it the highest recorded day temperature of the season so far. The mercury breached 45°C at Ridge in north Delhi (45.5°C), Ayanagar (45.2°C), Gurugram (45°C), Faridabad (45.8°C), Jafarpur in southwest Delhi (45.6°C), Mungeshpur (46.8°C), Najafgarh (46.7°C), Noida (45.6°C), Pitampura (46.1°C) and Pusa (46°C). On Friday, Najafgarh was the warmest station in the country at 47.4°C. Also read | Heatwave to intensify in north India, south to see rainfall: IMD, Climate Central warn IMD considers a heatwave if the maximum temperature touches 45°C or above. A heatwave day is also declared when the maximum is 4.5 degrees or more than normal, and the maximum is at least 40°C. A 'severe' heatwave is declared when the maximum is 6.5 degrees or more above normal. "As per Delhi’s climatology, the peak temperature is recorded during this time of the year," an official was quoted as saying by The Times of India. "Heat wave to severe heat wave conditions are likely to continue over the plains of northwest India, including Delhi, during the next five days," IMD said in its bulletin. Elsewhere in the country, IMD has issued 'Red' alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall for Pathanamthitta, Idukki and Kottayam districts for Sunday. Orange alert has been issued for the Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha and Ernakulam districts. (With inputs from agencies)

India heatwave: Red Alert issued in Delhi-NCR; heavy rainfall expected in Kerala

The India Meteorological Department has issued a heatwave warning for Delhi Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh today. The condition is expected to last for the next 5 days as fresh heatwave spell is likely to commence over East and Central India. Watch in for more details!

India: IMD issues heatwave alert, weather warnings

India: Heatwave in Punjab, Haryana & Delhi to last until May 21

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North India simmers under heatwave | Israel sets up OPS in Jabalia, Rafah

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Slovak PM attacker taken to court | North India simmers under heatwave

Heat related deaths are on the rise in Europe as climate change takes hold. The Lancet countdown report blames it on food insecurity caused by failed harvests and, heat waves hitting hard an elderly population.

Europe Heatwave: Report ask government to ensure change proof environment

Heat-related deaths rise in Europe

With billions of people across Asia being affected by record-breaking heatwave in April, scientists now say that the impact was most likely made worse by the human-made climate change. Watch in for more details!

Asian continent bears brunt of heatwave

<p>India's northern states&nbsp;are expected&nbsp;to receive a fresh spell of rainfall this week, keeping scorching heat at bay for at least two days till May 14. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said regions like Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand&nbsp; are expected&nbsp;to witness widespread rainfall activity on Sunday.</p>

<p>The states may also witness thunderstorms and gusty winds. Regions such as Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Goa may also receive rainfall in some&nbsp;regions.</p>

<p>The IMD said the rains&nbsp;are caused&nbsp;by a Western Disturbance evolving as a cyclonic circulation over northern Pakistan and parts of Rajasthan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Heavy rains&nbsp;are also expected&nbsp;in the southern states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Good news for Bengaluru</strong></h2>

<p>Water crisis-hit Bengaluru will also witness rains, along with lightning and thunderstorms. The IMD has issued an orange alert for the city, and showers are predicted there throughout the week.</p>

<p>In West Bengal, people might get relief from the heatwave as showers are predicted&nbsp;there till Thursday.</p>

<p>"A strong moisture incursion from Bay of Bengal due to a cyclonic circulation lies over north Bangladesh and neighbourhood at 1.5 km above mean sea level, Thunderstorm with lightning along with gusty wind speed activity very likely to continue over districts of West Bengal,” the IMD said.</p>

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<p>“Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty wind at 40-50 kmph are likely to continue till Monday across Bengal,” the IMD statement read.</p>

<p>Rainfall is expected in northeastern states too. Thunderstorms, lightning, and&nbsp;squally&nbsp;winds (30-40 kmph) are&nbsp;expected&nbsp;from May 12 to 15, increasing&nbsp;to&nbsp;widespread rainfall from May 16th to 18th.</p>

<p>No significant change in temperatures is predicted for the coming days, however, in northwest India.&nbsp;Instead, the IMD has predicted an intense heatwave in the region starting May 16, which can send temperatures soaring.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, many parts of East India can expect a rise of 2-4°C after two days of relative stability.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India's northern states are expected to receive a fresh spell of rainfall this week, keeping scorching heat at bay for at least two days till May 14. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said regions like Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand are expected to witness widespread rainfall activity on Sunday.

India's northern states are expected to receive a fresh spell of rainfall this week, keeping scorching heat at bay for at least two days till May 14. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said regions like Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand are expected to witness widespread rainfall activity on Sunday. The states may also witness thunderstorms and gusty winds. Regions such as Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Goa may also receive rainfall in some regions. The IMD said the rains are caused by a Western Disturbance evolving as a cyclonic circulation over northern Pakistan and parts of Rajasthan. Heavy rains are also expected in the southern states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Good news for Bengaluru Water crisis-hit Bengaluru will also witness rains, along with lightning and thunderstorms. The IMD has issued an orange alert for the city, and showers are predicted there throughout the week. In West Bengal, people might get relief from the heatwave as showers are predicted there till Thursday. "A strong moisture incursion from Bay of Bengal due to a cyclonic circulation lies over north Bangladesh and neighbourhood at 1.5 km above mean sea level, Thunderstorm with lightning along with gusty wind speed activity very likely to continue over districts of West Bengal,” the IMD said. Also read: UK Met Office issues `danger to life` warning as thunderstorms threaten floods across nation “Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty wind at 40-50 kmph are likely to continue till Monday across Bengal,” the IMD statement read. Rainfall is expected in northeastern states too. Thunderstorms, lightning, and squally winds (30-40 kmph) are expected from May 12 to 15, increasing to widespread rainfall from May 16th to 18th. No significant change in temperatures is predicted for the coming days, however, in northwest India. Instead, the IMD has predicted an intense heatwave in the region starting May 16, which can send temperatures soaring. Meanwhile, many parts of East India can expect a rise of 2-4°C after two days of relative stability. (With inputs from agencies)

Rainfall to bring relief in most Indian states till May 14 but intense heatwave predicted afterwards

A record-smashing Heatwave is forcing the closure of schools and the failure of power grids in Southeast Asia. Besides causing heat-related illnesses and deaths for several days. Temperatures have been soaring up to about 40° C to 45° C in countries from India to the Philippines. In Thailand heat strokes have resulted in the deaths of at least about 61 people.

Thailand Heatwave: Death toll from heat rises across Thailand

With the mercury levels crossing over 40° C officials in India's Ahmedabad came up with a misty solution. The local civic body installed Mist generators at traffic Junctions to provide relief to commuters during the scorching summer heat.

At 40° C, Ahmedabad citizens get misty relief from this heatwave

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<p>South Korea marked the hottest April since comprehensive records started in 1973, said the state weather agency on Tuesday (May 7).&nbsp;It added that the average daily temperature rose by more than 2.5&nbsp;degrees,&nbsp;in comparison&nbsp;to previous years.</p>

<p>"The highest average national temperature for April (is) 14.9 degrees Celsius (58.8 degrees Fahrenheit) in 2024,"&nbsp;said the Korea Meteorological Administration, further stating that it was the highest recorded in April since the establishment of the national weather observation&nbsp;network&nbsp;in 1973.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The KMA stated that the previous record was 14.7 degrees Celsius, which&nbsp;was recorded&nbsp;in April 1998. It added that average nationwide temperatures in April surpassed&nbsp;the average temperature of 12.1 degrees Celsius recorded in April between 1991 and 2020.</p>

<p>The average daily high temperature reached a record-breaking 21.1 degrees,&nbsp;which was&nbsp;an increase of 2.5 degrees from the average temperature from 1991 to 2020.</p>

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<p>April 14 also witnessed&nbsp;especially&nbsp;high temperatures as it soared to approximately 30 degrees in daytime in the greater Seoul region and areas of Gangwon province.</p>

<p>High pressure flows "developed over the Philippine Sea and east of Taiwan, resulting in warm southerly winds flowing into our country along the edge of the high pressure", said&nbsp;KMA,&nbsp;in a statement.</p>

<h2><strong>Warming climate in Asia</strong></h2>

<p>As per the UN's World Meteorological Organisation, Asia has been warming faster&nbsp;in comparison to&nbsp;the global average.</p>

<p>In the region,&nbsp;major&nbsp;swathes of South and Southeast Asia have faced an intensive heatwave which has topped temperature records from Myanmar to the Philippines, as the El Nino phenomenon has been pushing the&nbsp;exceptionally warm&nbsp;weather of this year.</p>

<p>In February, the head of last year's COP28 climate talks stated that the world requires "trillions" of dollars to deal with global warming and green transition&nbsp;and warned&nbsp;that the political momentum&nbsp;can&nbsp;evaporate without&nbsp;clear&nbsp;action.</p>

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<p>The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank have been&nbsp;facing pressure&nbsp;to initiate&nbsp;major&nbsp;reforms to align their lending plans with the Paris deal goal&nbsp;which&nbsp;is&nbsp;capping global warming at 1.5 degrees Celsius, beyond preindustrial levels.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


South Korea marked the hottest April since comprehensive records started in 1973, said the state weather agency on Tuesday (May 7). It added that the average daily temperature rose by more than 2.

South Korea marked the hottest April since comprehensive records started in 1973, said the state weather agency on Tuesday (May 7). It added that the average daily temperature rose by more than 2.5 degrees, in comparison to previous years. "The highest average national temperature for April (is) 14.9 degrees Celsius (58.8 degrees Fahrenheit) in 2024," said the Korea Meteorological Administration, further stating that it was the highest recorded in April since the establishment of the national weather observation network in 1973. The KMA stated that the previous record was 14.7 degrees Celsius, which was recorded in April 1998. It added that average nationwide temperatures in April surpassed the average temperature of 12.1 degrees Celsius recorded in April between 1991 and 2020. The average daily high temperature reached a record-breaking 21.1 degrees, which was an increase of 2.5 degrees from the average temperature from 1991 to 2020. Also Read: South Korea's 'first' sex festival gets cancelled. Here's what changed its fate April 14 also witnessed especially high temperatures as it soared to approximately 30 degrees in daytime in the greater Seoul region and areas of Gangwon province. High pressure flows "developed over the Philippine Sea and east of Taiwan, resulting in warm southerly winds flowing into our country along the edge of the high pressure", said KMA, in a statement. Warming climate in Asia As per the UN's World Meteorological Organisation, Asia has been warming faster in comparison to the global average. In the region, major swathes of South and Southeast Asia have faced an intensive heatwave which has topped temperature records from Myanmar to the Philippines, as the El Nino phenomenon has been pushing the exceptionally warm weather of this year. In February, the head of last year's COP28 climate talks stated that the world requires "trillions" of dollars to deal with global warming and green transition and warned that the political momentum can evaporate without clear action. Watch: South Korea to Probe in 2022 Halloween tragedy The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank have been facing pressure to initiate major reforms to align their lending plans with the Paris deal goal which is capping global warming at 1.5 degrees Celsius, beyond preindustrial levels. (With inputs from agencies)

South Korea marks hottest April since 1973, average daily temperatures go 2.5 degrees higher

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<p>Heatwave conditions and scorching heat affected several states across India on Sunday with temperatures crossing 45 degrees Celsius in many places.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the India Meteorological Department has predicted some relief from the harsh weather in some eastern states and parts of southern peninsular India this week.</p>

<p>IMD reported that severe heatwave conditions persisted in Gangetic West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Odisha and Jharkhand. The maximum temperatures recorded were four to seven degrees Celsius above normal in these places. Furthermore, the weather department has issued an orange alert due to the heat in most districts of Karnataka, several of which are going to polls on Tuesday. Temperatures reached 42 to 44 degrees Celsius in the past few days in Karnataka's districts.</p>

<p>The weather agency has also issued an orange alert for 13 districts in Telangana till Monday. The maximum temperature recorded in Hyderabad was nearly 44 degrees Celsius, IMD reported.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In Odisha, the maximum temperature in almost all districts was nearly 44 degrees Celsius on Sunday. Meanwhile, the national capital, Delhi, recorded a temperature of 41.1 degrees Celsius on Sunday, which was two notches above normal and the highest temperature recorded so far.</p>

<p>However, in the northeastern state of Assam, rain lashed in several parts, bringing much-needed relief from the scorching heat. IMD has forecasted thunderstorms and strong winds in a few regions across Assam between May 6 and May 7.</p>

<p>All educational institutions in Manipur will remain closed on Monday and Tuesday due to the intense rainfall. Heavy rain with hailstorms struck several parts of Manipur on Sunday, damaging houses and vehicles.</p>

<p>Most states in northeast India might receive heavy to very heavy rainfall&nbsp;accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds. Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, Bihar, and Jharkhand might receive light to moderate rainfall between May 6 and May 9.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Telangana might also receive rainfall and thunderstorms between May 6 and May 8.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Heatwave conditions and scorching heat affected several states across India on Sunday with temperatures crossing 45 degrees Celsius in many places. However, the India Meteorological Department has predicted some relief from the harsh weather in some eastern states and parts of southern peninsular India this week.

Heatwave conditions and scorching heat affected several states across India on Sunday with temperatures crossing 45 degrees Celsius in many places. However, the India Meteorological Department has predicted some relief from the harsh weather in some eastern states and parts of southern peninsular India this week. IMD reported that severe heatwave conditions persisted in Gangetic West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Odisha and Jharkhand. The maximum temperatures recorded were four to seven degrees Celsius above normal in these places. Furthermore, the weather department has issued an orange alert due to the heat in most districts of Karnataka, several of which are going to polls on Tuesday. Temperatures reached 42 to 44 degrees Celsius in the past few days in Karnataka's districts. The weather agency has also issued an orange alert for 13 districts in Telangana till Monday. The maximum temperature recorded in Hyderabad was nearly 44 degrees Celsius, IMD reported. ALSO READ | After India's capital city, several schools in Ahmedabad receive bomb threats In Odisha, the maximum temperature in almost all districts was nearly 44 degrees Celsius on Sunday. Meanwhile, the national capital, Delhi, recorded a temperature of 41.1 degrees Celsius on Sunday, which was two notches above normal and the highest temperature recorded so far. However, in the northeastern state of Assam, rain lashed in several parts, bringing much-needed relief from the scorching heat. IMD has forecasted thunderstorms and strong winds in a few regions across Assam between May 6 and May 7. All educational institutions in Manipur will remain closed on Monday and Tuesday due to the intense rainfall. Heavy rain with hailstorms struck several parts of Manipur on Sunday, damaging houses and vehicles. Most states in northeast India might receive heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds. Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, Bihar, and Jharkhand might receive light to moderate rainfall between May 6 and May 9. ALSO READ |Manipur rains: Schools, colleges closed for two days as heavy showers hit Indian state Telangana might also receive rainfall and thunderstorms between May 6 and May 8. (With inputs from agencies)

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