Heatwave Intensifies: IMD issues red alert across North India for next five days
India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and West Uttar Pradesh. Over the next five days, severe heatwave conditions are expected, with temperatures likely to exceed 47°C in several areas.
Temperature Predictions and Regional Impact
Senior IMD scientist Naresh Kumar reported, «Temperatures are currently above normal across North West India, and we had issued a red alert for the region over the past 2-3 days. The maximum temperature is likely to inch further up from 45°C and settle at 47°C in Rajasthan.» In Punjab and Haryana, temperatures will gradually increase by 2 to 3 degrees after a slight drop due to a western disturbance. Uttar Pradesh also faces a red alert for the next five days, and an orange alert is issued for northern Madhya Pradesh.
Health Advisories for Heatwave Conditions
Health experts urge people to avoid stepping outdoors between 11 am and 4 pm. Dr. Neeraj Nishchal from AIIMS, Delhi, highlighted that health issues from rising temperatures could range from rashes, heat exhaustion, dehydration, to heat strokes. To minimize the impact, doctors recommend staying indoors, drinking fluids frequently, and wearing lightweight, light-colored clothing.
Health Experts Warn of Heat-Related Illnesses
Health experts have advised people to avoid going outdoors between 11 am and 4 pm to prevent heat-related health issues. Dr. Neeraj Nishchal, a professor at AIIMS, Delhi, explained that rising temperatures can cause problems ranging
