Heatwave conditions are expected to prevail in several parts of India, including Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Jharkhand, and Odisha, as well as in Jammu and Chandigarh, with the maximum temperature predicted to rise over the next five days. Meanwhile, heavy to very heavy rainfall is anticipated over West Bengal, Sikkim, Assam, Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh until Friday.
The maximum temperature is expected to increase by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius, with Central India likely to experience the most significant rise in mercury levels. While the first 24 hours may not see remarkable changes, temperatures are anticipated to rise shortly after.
Gangetic West Bengal, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh are expected to experience severe heatwave conditions during this period, raising concerns for public health. Urgent preventive measures are necessary to mitigate the challenges associated with high temperatures.
People are advised to drink plenty of water, avoid excessive exposure to sun radiation, and seek cool and shaded places. Citizens must remain vigilant and follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities as extreme weather conditions persist.
Furthermore, the weather department has forecasted very heavy rainfall over regions including Konkan, Goa, Maharashtra, Marathwada, Kerala, Mahe, Karnataka, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Yanam in the coming days.
