The town of Mohenjo Daro in Pakistan's southern province of Sindh reached 52.2 degrees Celsius, close to Pakistan's all-time high of 54 degrees. People in Karachi and other cities have staged protests due to continuous power cuts, prompting the PM to address the situation.
Study links heat waves to rise in premature births, with stronger impact on younger, minority mothers. Research suggests temperature increases may disproportionately affect vulnerable populations.
After weeks of facing severe heatwaves, the Indian Meteorological Department has announced that Northwest and Central India are expected to get relief from May 30 due to western disturbances.
Nautapa is starting from the end of May. So get ready to face extreme heat. The 9 days of Nautapa are considered to be the hottest days in the year. To stay healthy and avoid heat during these days, take care of these things.
Heat waves are also affecting your eyes. The risk of eye stroke is increasing among people due to extreme heat. Know how to take care of your eyes and what are the symptoms of eye stroke.
Harvard research links extreme temperatures to stroke deaths, with higher risk in low-income nations. The study analyzed millions of stroke deaths across 25 countries. Night-time heat also raises stroke risk, especially for elderly and women, according to a separate European study.
External heat causes sweating, but increasing heat inside the body can worsen your health. Therefore, it is important to cool the body internally. To maintain the temperature inside the body, you must adopt these measures.
Experts say outdoor workers, the elderly, and children are at higher risk of heat exhaustion and heatstroke as temperatures are set to rise further in the coming days.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast ongoing heatwave conditions with severe levels in some areas, issuing a red alert for the next four days. Maximum temperatures are expected to range from 44 to 47 degrees Celsius.
Learn the 5 crucial dos and don'ts to stay safe and healthy during Delhi's scorching summer heatwave. Protect yourself with these essential tips for extreme temperatures.
Know the 5 most common heat illnesses during Delhi's heatwave and learn effective ways to prevent and treat them. Stay informed and stay safe in extreme heat conditions.
India is currently experiencing extremely high temperatures, setting new records every day. During this time, dehydration and diarrhoea are common issues, particularly affecting children under five and the elderly.
Haryana Education Department notice comes after the Indian Meteorological Department on Sunday said that heatwave to severe heatwave conditions are likely to prevail over parts of Punjab, Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi and Rajasthan.
Heatwave: The weather department issued red and orange alerts in over 16 districts of Rajasthan for Sunday (May 19) and Monday (May 20).
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.
According to climate scientists, countries need to limit the global average temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius above the pre-industrial period to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Earth's global surface temperature has already increased by around 1.15 degrees Celsius.
There is a limit to which a human being can tolerate heat or cold. Our body can withstand heat only to a certain extent. If the temperature is higher than the maximum, problems start occurring. Let us know how much heat the human body can tolerate.
Weather is taking a toll on everyone including the telecom operators. It has been reported that telecom service providers like Jio, Airtel, Vi, and BSNL are going to face some major challenges this summer due to heatwaves which might impact their finances and their services across the country.
Coral bleaching refers to when the reefs undergo stress due to warm water and expel algae in their tissues, causing them to turn white. The study says that such bleaching in Lakshadweep has risen to unprecedented levels due to marine heatwaves, causing abnormally high water temperatures.
The heatwave may be making you feel lethargic and unmotivated, but it’s important to stay active for your overall health and well-being. By following these tips, you can beat the heat and stay active during this scorching summer.
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