The IMD has suggested drinking sufficient water and using ORS or homemade drinks such as lassi, torani (rice water), lemon water, and buttermilk to stay hydrated.
The collector in an order asked establishments to make adequate arrangements of drinking water and fans for workers and to change the timings of private coaching classes, saying they should not be held during the afternoon.
Amid the prevailing heatwaves across the India, soaring temperatures are stressing power grids, depleting water reserves, and posing severe health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations and outdoor workers.
Meanwhile, this comes after five people reportedly died due to suspected heat stroke in the state on Thursday as well.
Meanwhile, the blistering heatwave conditions in the country have caused significant health problems, including exhaustion, dehydration, and heat stroke.
Warm night conditions were observed in some parts of Punjab, Haryana, West Uttar Pradesh and West Rajasthan. Yesterday, the highest maximum temperature of over 48 degrees was reported in Rajasthan's Barmer.
Amid the prevailing heatwaves across the India, soaring temperatures are stressing power grids, depleting water reserves, and posing severe health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations and outdoor workers.
Rajasthan has been reeling under an intense heatwave with temperatures touching above 45 degrees Celsius. In the BSF jawan is seen placing a papad in the scorching sand.
Heatwave update: IMD said the prevailing conditions are a cause of concern for vulnerable people such as infants, elderly and those with chronic diseases. It has suggested them to avoid heat exposure and dehydration by drinking sufficient water, consume ORS and homemade drinks like lemon water etc.
While large parts of northern India experienced scorching heat, southern states such as Kerala and Tamil Nadu were drenched by rain, an indication of the southwest monsoon's onset later this month. Several state governments have asked schools to declare holidays amid severe heatwave conditions.
Weather update: The World Weather Attribution group said that heatwaves intensified by climate change are making life much tougher for people living across Asia. IMD had warned of extreme heat in India during April-June period, coinciding with seven-phase Lok Sabha elections which end on June 1.
The IMD advised people in affected areas to avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, stay indoors as much as possible, and maintain hydration to mitigate the effects of the heatwave. The warning aims to prevent heat-related illnesses and ensure public safety during the anticipated high temperatures.
Weather update: The temperatures will start going up in Rajasthan and can increase to 45 degrees Celsius or higher. It will ultimately create heatwave-like conditions in several parts of state, especially in border areas such as Barmer, Jalore, Jaisalmer, etc. for at least 4-5 days in a row.
The scorching heatwave persisted in several areas of Rajasthan, notably Bikaner and Jodhpur, with Bikaner recording a high of 45.5 degrees Celsius. However, a new weather system brought changes, with Jaipur experiencing strong winds and clouds in the afternoon.
The heatwave is undoubtedly taking a toll on our mood, but we can take steps to combat its effects. Taking proper care of ourselves and keeping an eye on our loved ones are some ways we can beat the heat and improve our mood.
Viral: Puducherry's PWD's 'Green Shade' initiative, aimed at providing relief from the scorching heatwave at traffic signals, gained widespread attention online. The initiative, featuring green shade nets, garnered praise for its practicality.
Economists question whether this signifies a new volatile phase in the fight against inflation, with the IMD offering no respite from the blistering temperatures. Aside from health concerns, experts highlight the threat to agricultural output, potentially worsening inflationary pressures.
As temperatures soar to unprecedented levels across India, the month of April brought scorching heatwaves this year. This also included regions not accustomed to such extreme weather. Tragically, the rising temperatures also claimed lives.
Indian Meteorological Department chief Mrutyunjay Mohapatra told that prolonged days of heat waves are witnessed across the country because of the absence of thunderstorms and a persisting anticyclone at lower levels over the west central Bay of Bengal.
A scorching heatwave blankets vast swathes of India as Lok Sabha elections progress, posing challenges in regions slated for upcoming phases. IMD warnings extend to Gangetic West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, and parts of Jharkhand, with intense heat forecasted.
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