IMD warns of Heat Wave as Delhi-NCR hits 45°C
Due to the scorching heat in Delhi-NCR, the temperature has reached 45 ° C. IMD has issued a red alert. Heat waves and dusty winds have been warned. Some relief is expected on June 13 with a yellow alert. The change in weather is possible from June 14, but there will be a possibility of strong winds and lightning.
Normal life affected due to scorching heat
The intense heat wave sweeping North India has disrupted normal life. According to the local weather forecast released on the India Meteorological Department (IMD) website, the temperature in Delhi-NCR is likely to reach 44 to 45 degrees Celsius on June 12.
The national capital Delhi is in the grip of a scorching heat wave. The temperature has reached 45 degrees Celsius in many areas, due to which the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'red alert' .
Heat wave and dusty winds alert
IMD has issued an alert for these two days. During this time:
- Strong surface winds will blow
- Dust storms and heat wave conditions may persist
There will be some relief from June 13, but yellow alert continues
- On June 13, the temperature may come down to 43 degrees Celsius.
Despite this, the Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert.
- On this day , there is a possibility of moisture, strong winds, and thunderstorms along with heat, which can increase the humidity and restlessness.
Possible relief from June 14
- There is a possibility of change in weather from June 14.
- There may be rain with thunderstorms and the temperature can drop to 40 degrees.
However, the Yellow Alert continues on this day because:
- Strong winds of 40 to 50 km/h
- There is a possibility of lightning and thunder.
June 15-16: Scattered rain expected, no warning
- On June 15 and 16, there may be light or intermittent rain with thunderstorms .
- No warning has been issued by the Meteorological Department for these days.
Temperature in different areas of Delhi
As of 5:30 pm on Wednesday, the temperature in different parts of Delhi was recorded as follows:
Ayanagar: 45.0°C (warmest)
Palam: 44.5°C
Ridge Area: 43.6°C
Pitampura: 43.5°C
Lodhi Road: 43.4°C
Safdarjung: 43.3°C
Mayur Vihar: 40.9°C
These temperatures are 3-4 degrees above normal.
Air quality still poor
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi's 24-hour average AQI was 245, which falls in the 'poor' category.
Classification of AQI Levels:
0-50: Good
51-100: Satisfactory
101-200: Moderate
201-300: Bad
301-400: Very Bad
401-500: SEVERE
Cases of dehydration and heat stroke increased in hospitals
Hospitals in Delhi and NCR due to scorching heat:
- Dehydration
- Heat stroke
- Complaints like dizziness have increased by up to 90%.
- Especially children and young people are reaching the hospital in large numbers .
Advice from doctors and administration
The following precautions have been advised by the doctors and the health department:
- Avoid going out during the day
- Consume more water and electrolytes
- Avoid direct sunlight
- Wear light cotton clothes
- Take special care of children and the elderly
- Wear loose and light-colored clothes
- Reduce outdoor activities in the afternoon
Don't ignore alerts
In view of the Red Alert and Yellow Alert issued by the Meteorological Department, it is extremely important for the general public to be alert. A little carelessness can cause serious health problems.