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The entire North and Central India is currently in the grip of extreme heat and deadly heatwave. It seems as if fireballs are raining from the sky and there is silence on the streets during the afternoon. Considering the seriousness of the situation, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a high alert of severe heat wave for the next five days for many states including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan. If you are also living in these plains, then the coming few days may take a toll on your health.
Banda of UP becomes the hottest city of the country, mercury reaches 48 degrees
The scorching heat in Uttar Pradesh has broken the records of the last several years. Banda district of the state is currently burning like a furnace, where the maximum temperature has been recorded at 48 degrees Celsius. This is 4.5 degrees more than normal and this season has been the highest temperature not only in UP but in the entire country.
According to the scientists of Lucknow Meteorological Center, the people of Uttar Pradesh are not going to get any respite from this torturous heat at present. The Meteorological Department has issued ‘Yellow Alert’ for the coming three days and then ‘Orange Alert’ in view of the possibility of the situation worsening further.
Mercury will touch 46 degrees in Delhi, no hope of relief
Even in the country’s capital Delhi, the scorching heat of the sun is troubling people. According to the latest forecast of the Meteorological Department (IMD), the maximum temperature of Delhi may cross 46 degrees Celsius on May 21 and 22. Even after this, the heat will not reduce and between May 23 and 26 the mercury will remain around 44 to 45 degrees. Delhiites will have to face this scorching heat wave for the next week.
Outcry in Punjab and Haryana too, some relief in the mountains
The situation is also going from bad to worse in Punjab and Haryana. Heat waves have made life difficult for people. According to the latest weather report, the mercury has crossed 46 degrees Celsius in Rohtak in Haryana and Bhatinda in Punjab. Dry and extremely hot winds are blowing continuously in both the states. At the same time, in the Union Territory of Chandigarh, the maximum temperature has been recorded at 44.4 degrees Celsius.
However, in contrast to the scorching heat of the plains, there is news of relief for the hilly states like Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, where the weather remains pleasant due to light rains and thunderstorms.
Know the complete weather prediction for the next 5 days
The Meteorological Department has issued a special warning of severe heatwave and ‘warm nights’ for the north, east and central parts of the country:
24 to 26 May: ‘Severe heatwave’ conditions will persist in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi.
20 to 26 May: There is a possibility of severe heat wave in large parts of Western Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.
20 to 24 May: The heat of the sun will continue in Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Telangana and Coastal Andhra Pradesh also. Temperatures will remain extremely hot even at night in Uttar Pradesh and Odisha, which will increase humidity.
Double attack of humidity: In Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Gangetic West Bengal and Odisha, the temperature as well as humidity level will be very high, due to which people will be troubled by sticky heat.
Important ‘Health Advisory’ issued by IMD, do not make these mistakes even by mistake
In view of this deadly and record-breaking heat, the Meteorological Department has issued health guidelines for the general public:
For red alert areas: People of all ages in these areas are at greatest risk of heatstroke and dehydration. Strictly avoid leaving the house between 12 noon and 4 pm without essential work.
For orange and yellow alert areas: It is very important to maintain water level in the body. Keep drinking water continuously even if you do not feel thirsty. While leaving home, consume beverages like ORS solution, lemonade, lassi, buttermilk or panah. While going out, always wear light colored cotton clothes, wear sunglasses and cover your head with a cloth or umbrella.