IMD Heatwave Alert: This year’s heat is going to break all records in April itself. IMD’s heat wave alert continues for many cities of UP, MP, Delhi, Rajasthan. Meanwhile, Banda in UP became the hottest city in the country with a record temperature of 47.6°C. There is a warning of temperatures reaching 50°C in May. Know complete weather updates.
IMD Weather Heatwave Alert: This time the heat has shown such intensity that records of many cities were broken. April itself has shown heat like May-June. The situation may become more serious in the coming days. In such a situation, caution is the biggest protection. In many parts of the country including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, the temperature is continuously above 45°C, due to which the problems of the people have increased. Know the weather condition according to IMD.
Banda becomes the hottest city, mercury reaches 47.6°C
On Monday, Banda in Uttar Pradesh became one of the hottest cities not only in the country but in the world. The temperature recorded here was 47.6°C. Earlier in 2022 and in April this year, the mercury had reached 47.4°C, but this time a new record was created. The heat was no less in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, the temperature here was recorded at 46.4°C. Whereas in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, the mercury reached 46°C, which is the highest in the last 10 years.
Not only Banda, the temperature of many cities crossed 46°C.
Not only Banda, many cities of the country witnessed scorching heat in April. in which
- Barmer- 46°C
- Wardha- 46.5°C
- Amravati- 46.6°C
- Akola- 46.3°C
That means the effect of heat is visible simultaneously in North, West and Central India.
April crosses 45°C 45 times, hottest month in 4 years
So far in April this year, the temperature has gone above 45°C in different cities about 45 times. This data shows that this April has been the hottest in the last 4 years. In 2022, this figure was 56, which is a record so far.
Temperature of big cities: Delhi-Jaipur also hot
On April 28, the temperature remained very high even in major cities. In which-
- Jaipur- 41°C
- Delhi- 40°C
- Lucknow- 39°C
- Bhopal- 42°C
- Ahmedabad- 43°C
- Raipur- 44°C
- Although the temperature remained slightly lower in cities like Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai, the humidity troubled people there too.
Government on alert regarding heatwave: Heat stroke units in hospitals
In view of the extreme heat, the Central Government has instructed all the states and union territories to prepare heat stroke management units in hospitals. In Delhi too, preparations are being made to provide cold water and ORS at buses and bus stops for relief.
Weather condition for next 2 days: Heat wave at some places, rain and storm at other places
On April 29, there is a heatwave alert in many states including UP, Bihar, Rajasthan, Delhi. There is a possibility of heavy rain in Assam and Meghalaya, while there is a possibility of hail and strong thunderstorm in Uttarakhand. On April 30, an alert of thunderstorm and rain has been issued in Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand. There is a danger of strong winds and lightning in Delhi, Punjab and Haryana. Winds will blow at a speed of 30-40 km/hour in many states.
Weather changed on April 28: rain and hail in many states
On one hand, the heat is at its peak, while on the other hand, the weather has taken a sudden turn in some states. Storm and hail fell in Rajasthan. Rain with strong winds in Bihar, alert in many districts, while relief from rain was seen in Punjab and Chandigarh also. There has also been a warning of strong storm (up to 80 km/hr) and lightning at some places.
IMD’s alert: No respite from heat yet, will temperature rise further in May?
According to the Meteorological Department, there may be some relief now because Western Disturbance is becoming active. But as soon as its effect ends, the temperature will again rise rapidly from the first week of May. It is estimated that the temperature in some parts of Rajasthan and UP may go up to 48-50°C and the effect of heat wave may become more dangerous.
Easy tips to avoid heat, know what to do?
- Unless absolutely necessary, avoid going out between 12 noon and 4 pm.
- Take as much water and ORS as possible.
- Wear light and loose clothes.
- Cover your head when going out in the sun.