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A scorching heatwave engulfed several parts of North India, with temperatures soaring beyond 45 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday (May 18). Barmer in Rajasthan and Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh recorded blistering highs of 46.9 degrees Celsius, while Surendranagar and Deesa in Gujarat experienced temperatures ranging between 45 and 45.5 degrees Celsius.
A scorching heatwave engulfed several parts of North India, with temperatures soaring beyond 45 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday (May 18). Barmer in Rajasthan and Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh recorded blistering highs of 46.9 degrees Celsius, while Surendranagar and Deesa in Gujarat experienced temperatures ranging between 45 and 45.5 degrees Celsius.
IMD reported severe heatwave conditions in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat, with heatwave conditions extending to Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi, as well as isolated pockets of Madhya Pradesh. The forecast warned of continued heatwave and severe heatwave conditions across the region until May 21.
A red alert was issued for severe heatwaves in west Rajasthan, while an orange alert covered Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, East Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Gujarat. Additionally, a yellow alert was issued for heatwave-like conditions in Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Gangetic West Bengal, and Odisha.
Delhi, experiencing scorching temperatures, recorded a peak of 47.4 degrees Celsius in the Najafgarh area, marking it as the hottest place in the country. The extreme heatwave prompted eight stations in Delhi to surpass the 45-degree mark, causing residents to struggle in the sweltering conditions.
Amid rising temperatures, Dr. Deepak Maheshwari, Principal of SMS Medical College in Jaipur, shared tips on protecting oneself from heatwaves, emphasizing body coverage and hydration. He stressed the importance of staying hydrated to alleviate heat-related problems.
Barmer and Kanpur emerged as the hottest districts, prompting the Barmer administration to sprinkle water on city roads to mitigate the scorching heat. Other cities in Rajasthan, including Pilani, Ganganagar, Phalodi, and Jaisalmer, recorded temperatures exceeding 45 degrees Celsius.
Jaipur, the state capital, experienced its hottest day of the season with a maximum temperature of 44.4 degrees Celsius. The weather department issued red and orange alerts for over 16 districts of Rajasthan for the following days, cautioning residents to brace for intense heatwaves.
As the heatwave continues to grip North India, authorities urge citizens to take necessary precautions to stay safe amid the sweltering conditions.
