According to the department, maximum temperatures across northwest, central, and peninsular India are currently ranging between 40 degrees Celsius and 44 degrees Celsius. In several regions, temperatures have been recorded at least 5 degrees Celsius above normal levels, indicating an intensifying heatwave pattern. The department warned that such extreme conditions can lead to serious health impacts, including dehydration, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
The meteorological agency stressed that early awareness and preventive measures are crucial to reducing heat-related illnesses. It advised the public to maintain adequate hydration, avoid direct exposure to sunlight during peak hours, wear light and breathable clothing, and ensure special care for vulnerable groups such as children, elderly individuals, and outdoor workers.
The department further stated that no significant change in maximum temperatures is expected over northwest India until the 27th of this month, suggesting a continuation of intense heat conditions in the immediate term.
In its extended outlook, the India Meteorological Department projected that heatwave conditions are likely to persist over the next seven days across several regions, including Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Vidarbha.
The advisory underscores the seriousness of the ongoing weather pattern and highlights the urgent need for public vigilance and adherence to safety guidelines as the country faces sustained and potentially hazardous heatwave conditions.
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