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Weather Update: On Monday, the temperature crossed 48 degrees Celsius at 17 places in the country. The persistent heat in large parts of northwest and central India is affecting the health and livelihood of people. India Meteorological Department (IMD) chief Mrityunjay Mahapatra said that some relief from the scorching heat is expected after three days due to western disturbances and moisture coming from the Arabian Sea.
He said that due to western disturbance and moisture coming from the Arabian Sea, there is a possibility of rain in the northwestern and central parts of the country and rain in the western Himalayan region, which may provide relief from the heat.
Heat wave continues in Delhi
The scorching heat continues in the national capital and the maximum temperature has crossed 48 degrees Celsius in many areas. The Meteorological Department said that a 'red alert' was issued for Delhi on Monday and it will continue for the next three days. The IMD has predicted more hot days in June in northwest India and adjoining parts of the central region. Mahapatra said that northwest India usually experiences heatwaves for three days in June, but this time such conditions may persist for two to four days more in these areas, that is, heatwaves are likely to occur in these areas for four to six days.
He said maximum temperatures are likely to remain above normal in June across the country except some parts of southern peninsular India. On Monday, people faced deadly heat as temperatures crossed 48 degrees Celsius at 17 places.
The heat is troubling people even in the mountains
Phalodi in Rajasthan was the hottest place in the country with 49.4 degrees Celsius. At least eight places in Rajasthan recorded temperatures of 48 degrees Celsius, Sirsa in Haryana 48.8 degrees, Bathinda in Punjab 48.4 degrees, Uttar Pradesh 48.1 degrees and Niwari 48.7 degrees. The hilly areas of Himachal Pradesh are also facing the heat. The maximum temperature in Una was recorded at 44 degrees Celsius, while the maximum temperature in Mandi was recorded at 39.4 degrees.