By Rajni pandey may 28, 2024
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Northwest Delhi's Mungeshpur area set a new record on May 29, 2024 with a maximum temperature of 52.3 degrees Celsius, the highest ever recorded in the capital.
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The heatwave extends beyond North India, affecting cooler states like Himachal Pradesh, Assam, and Arunachal Pradesh. West Bengal's Cooch Behar hit 40.5°C, while Assam's Silchar recorded 40°C.
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Assam's Tezpur, Mazbat, Dhubri, North Lakhimpur, and Mohanbari also experienced record-breaking May temperatures, highlighting the widespread impact of the heatwave.
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In Rajasthan, Barmer recorded 48.8°C, Jaisalmer reached 48°C, and Bikaner saw 47.2°C, marking some of the highest temperatures in the region.
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The IMD forecasts that the intense heat will persist across Delhi, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, and Maharashtra until May 29.
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Even the hills of Himachal Pradesh, Assam, and Meghalaya are experiencing extreme heat, a rare occurrence for these typically cooler regions.
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A 'red alert' has been issued for Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, west Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat. Residents are urged to take precautions against the severe heat.
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The IMD warned that warm night conditions could intensify in affected areas, exacerbating heat stress, especially in urban regions due to the urban heat island effect.
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In Maharashtra, Akola has been the hottest city, recording temperatures over 45°C for the past two days. Section 144 of the CrPC has been imposed until May 31.
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You are advised to stay hydrated, avoid direct sunlight during peak hours, and seek cool shelters. Authorities are on high alert, ensuring measures are in place to handle heat-related emergencies.