Severe heat wave conditions persist in northwest India, affecting regions like Western Himalayas, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, and Chhattisgarh. Maximum temperatures recorded up to 50.0°C in Phalodi, Rajasthan. Significantly higher temperature reported across different regions. Severe heatwave conditions are expected to continue in the plains of northwest India over the next 4-5 days. Maximum temperatures ranged from 44-49°C in many parts of West Rajasthan and some other regions, significantly above normal by 4-6°C.
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The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for parts of northern India due to a severe heatwave expected over the next five days, with temperatures likely to exceed 47°C. Health experts advise staying indoors and staying hydrated to avoid heat-related illnesses. Meanwhile, southern states like Tamil Nadu and Kerala are expected to receive heavy rains, offering some respite from the summer heat.
During a scorching heatwave, Delhi experienced an unprecedented surge in peak power demand, hitting a record 7,717 MW, as confirmed by Discom officials. This surpassed the previous peak of 7,695 MW recorded in June 2022. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for the next four days, predicting temperatures between 44 and 47 degrees Celsius. - Newsx