The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday predicted heatwave to severe heatwave conditions in parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi, and West Uttar Pradesh, issuing a 'red alert' for these states over the next five days.
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The Met Department said maximum daytime temperatures in several districts of these states may breach the 47°C-mark.(ANI)
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"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. With regard to a state-wise forecast, we have issued a red alert in Rajasthan for the next five days. The maximum temperature is likely to inch further up from 45°C and settle at 47°C," Senior IMD scientist Naresh Kumar said.(AFP)
"In Punjab and Haryana, maximum temperatures have registered a marginal drop due to a prevailing western disturbance but they will increase gradually hereafter by 2 to 3 degrees. we have already issued a 'red alert' for these two states. In neighbouring Uttar Pradesh, we have issued a red alert for the next five days and an orange alert for northern parts of Madhya Pradesh," Kumar added.(AFP)
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The weather department has suggested drinking sufficient water and using ORS or homemade drinks such as lassi, torani (rice water), lemon water and buttermilk to stay hydrated.(AFP)
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