Andhra & Telangana Issue Heatwave Advisory: 'Avoid Sun Exposure During Peak Hours'
5 days, 11 hours ago

Andhra & Telangana Issue Heatwave Advisory: 'Avoid Sun Exposure During Peak Hours'

ABP News  

As temperatures continue to rise in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, both state governments have issued heatwave advisories urging residents to take preventive measures against extreme heat. With forecasts predicting soaring temperatures over the next three days, officials have emphasised the need for hydration, avoiding sun exposure during peak hours and adopting protective steps to prevent heat-related illnesses. Managing Director Ronanki Kurmanath stated that specific mandals in Alluri Sitarama Raju, Eluru, Parvathipuram Manyam, and Srikakulam districts will experience Level 08 severe heatwave conditions on March 11, 2025. Temperature Trends Recent temperature observations indicate a steady rise in heat levels, with: Bandi Atmakur in Nandyal District recording 38.3°C Errampeta in Alluri Sitarama Raju District at 37.6°C Gudipala in Chittoor District at 37.3°C Vinukonda in Palnadu District at 36.7°C Precautionary Measures Authorities have stressed the need for preventive measures such as staying indoors, using cooling methods, and avoiding direct sun exposure.

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Jharkhand heatwave: 7 districts record temperatures over 40 degrees celsius
14 hours, 57 minutes ago

Jharkhand heatwave: 7 districts record temperatures over 40 degrees celsius

Hindustan Times  

Heatwave conditions sizzled Jharkhand with the mercury crossing 40 degrees Celsius in seven districts, officials said on Sunday. Mercury crossed 40 degrees celsius in seven districts of Jharkhand amidst a heatwave Chaibasa in West Singhbhum district registered the state's highest temperature at 41 degrees Celsius, 7.6 notches above the normal, on Saturday, they said. Jamshedpur in East Singhbhum recorded 40 …

States record severe heat weeks ahead of schedule
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23 hours, 10 minutes ago

States record severe heat weeks ahead of schedule

Hindustan Times  

Severe heatwave conditions have begun sweeping across eastern and western India unusually early in the season, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in several regions, the India Meteorological Department warned on Saturday. Areas experiencing heatwave to severe heatwave conditions include Vidarbha, Madhya Maharashtra, Odisha, Saurashtra, Kutch, Telangana, and Rayalaseema, with Jharsuguda in Odisha recording the country’s highest temperature at 41.8°C on Friday. …

Mumbai heatwave: BMC issues do's and dont's for residents, yellow alert for March 11-13
6 days, 21 hours ago

Mumbai heatwave: BMC issues do's and dont's for residents, yellow alert for March 11-13

India TV News  

Mumbai heatwave: BMC issues do's and dont's for residents, yellow alert for March 11-13 BMC said currently some parts of Maharashtra, including Greater Mumbai, are experiencing a heatwave as per the India Meteorological Department's forecast and this situation may continue till March 11. Several regions in Maharashtra have been reeling under heatwave conditions, amid the soaring temperature in Mumbai and …

India most likely undercounting heat-related deaths: Former WHO chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan
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1 week, 1 day ago

India most likely undercounting heat-related deaths: Former WHO chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: India is "most likely" undercounting heat-related deaths due to a lack of robust data but the government is now improving surveillance to minimise the impact of extreme conditions on health, former WHO chief scientist and health ministry advisor Soumya Swaminathan has said. Asked if India was undercounting heat-related deaths, the former director general of the Indian Council of …

Teachers, students bear brunt of soaring temperatures across Andhra Pradesh
1 week, 1 day ago

Teachers, students bear brunt of soaring temperatures across Andhra Pradesh

New Indian Express  

VIJAYAWADA: Soaring temperatures across the State have caused distress among students and teachers, with two teachers suffering sunstroke in the past three days. Seethampeta mandal in Parvathipuram district witnessed severe heatwave conditions on Saturday, and 82 mandals are expected to experience similar weather. Municipal Teachers Federation State president S Ramakrishna said students were struggling with temperatures reaching 39.5°C in several …

Tirupattur Crosses 100°F, TN Heatwave To Persist For 4 More Days
1 week, 5 days ago

Tirupattur Crosses 100°F, TN Heatwave To Persist For 4 More Days

ABP News  

The Regional Meteorological Centre has warned of a significant temperature rise across Tamil Nadu over the next four days with maximum temperatures expected to climb by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius. Heatwave Expected To Grip TN Northern coastal regions, including Chennai, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, and Tiruvallur, are forecast to bear the brunt of the heatwave. Meanwhile, interior districts such as Vellore, …

Blistering summer arrives in State
1 week, 6 days ago

Blistering summer arrives in State

The Hindu  

Two days after the forecast of India Meteorological Department of a hotter summer in Andhra Pradesh, temperature has already begun rising across the State. On February 28, the IMD released its summer outlook for the State and predicted that both daytime and night temperatures would be above normal in the three months of March, April and May. On Monday, Kurnool …

Karnataka issues heat alert, asks people to not step out of home
1 week, 6 days ago

Karnataka issues heat alert, asks people to not step out of home

India Today  

Karnataka is bracing for a hotter-than-usual summer, with temperatures expected to soar above normal levels from March to May, potentially triggering heatwave conditions across various regions in the state. According to the Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre, north interior Karnataka and coastal districts are likely to see above-normal maximum temperatures, while Bengaluru, south interior Karnataka and the Malnad region …

IMD predicts heatwave days in March as temperatures rise across Telangana
2 weeks ago

IMD predicts heatwave days in March as temperatures rise across Telangana

New Indian Express  

HYDERABAD: While February was kinder in terms of weather for the state, harsh days lie ahead with the summer peaking and IMD predicting heatwave days for in the month of March. Additionally, parts of the state will also experience above-normal heatwave days, whereas the minimum temperatures are also very likely to remain above normal in the month of March, indicating …

AP likely to experience above normal temperatures this summer
2 weeks ago

AP likely to experience above normal temperatures this summer

New Indian Express  

VISAKHAPATNAM: Andhra Pradesh is likely to witness above normal maximum temperatures, and an above normal number of heatwave days during the ensuing summer season from March to May, according to the latest forecast of the India Meteorological Department. Specifically for March 2025, both maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to remain above normal, with an increased likelihood of heatwaves in …

IMD forecasts above normal temperature, heatwave days
2 weeks, 1 day ago

IMD forecasts above normal temperature, heatwave days

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: After a warmer winter, prepare for a round of hotter summer days. The Indian Meteorological Department forecasts above-normal heat wave conditions and temperatures in most of the country this summer. According to the long forecast, IMD indicates that above-normal maximum and minimum temperatures are most likely over most of India, except for southern parts of Peninsular India, and …

AP’s temperature to be above normal this summer
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

AP’s temperature to be above normal this summer

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: Andhra Pradesh will experience above normal maximum temperatures and heat waves during the summer from March to May, the India Meteorological Department has forecast on Friday. As per the outlook released by the IMD, most parts of Andhra Pradesh, including the coastal as well as Rayalaseema regions, will experience above normal maximum temperatures. IMD-Amaravati scientist S. Karuna Sagar said …

Telangana Stares at an Unusually Hot March
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Telangana Stares at an Unusually Hot March

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad Telangana and most of India is staring at an unusually hot March with meteorologists warning of soaring temperatures and heatwave-like conditions across the state. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, maximum temperatures in several districts are expected to touch or even cross the 40°C mark: On Friday, Mancherial recorded 39.2°C, highest in the state. According to the IMD, India …

Heatwave in Mumbai: Know how extreme heat conditions affect our health
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Heatwave in Mumbai: Know how extreme heat conditions affect our health

India TV News  

Heatwave in Mumbai: Know how extreme heat conditions affect our health Heatwaves can pose serious health, social, environmental and economic risks. Here, take a look at how extreme heat conditions affect your health. Cardiovascular Strain Extreme heat forces the heart to work harder to pump blood to the skin's surface in an attempt to cool the body. Vulnerable Populations Children, …

Heatwave Grips Coastal Karnataka, Hits 41.1°C
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Heatwave Grips Coastal Karnataka, Hits 41.1°C

Deccan Chronicle  

Mangaluru: Savantvada Hobli in Uttara Kannada recorded the highest temperature in Karnataka at 41.1 degrees, as extreme heat gripped Coastal Karnataka, with 17 locations registering temperatures above 39 degrees in the past 24 hours. The Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre reported that nine locations in Uttara Kannada and four each in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi experienced soaring temperatures, making …

‘Normal’ summer ahead for Telangana as temperatures to rise from March 1
2 weeks, 4 days ago

‘Normal’ summer ahead for Telangana as temperatures to rise from March 1

The Hindu  

There is no need to despair over the winter coming to a close as the summer this year is not expected to be ‘severe’ as last year, but could be a ‘normal’ season with temperatures likely to be in the early 40°C in Hyderabad and mid-40s in the districts. “We have been experiencing mild weather for the last thee days …

IMD issues heat wave warning for coastal Karnataka for next two days
2 weeks, 4 days ago

IMD issues heat wave warning for coastal Karnataka for next two days

Deccan Chronicle  

Mangaluru: The India Meteorological Department has issued a heat wave warning for Coastal Karnataka for the next two days, cautioning residents about soaring temperatures and increased humidity levels. "Heat Wave conditions are very likely to prevail over the districts of Coastal Karnataka for next 2 days," the Impact Based forecast and warnings issued by IMD at 1 pm on Wednesday …

Mumbai sweating in a heatwave: The science behind the unusual February heat
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Mumbai sweating in a heatwave: The science behind the unusual February heat

India Today  

Mumbai, known for its mild winters and humid summers, is experiencing an unusual heatwave in February, with temperatures soaring to 37-38°C, prompting the India Meteorological Department to issue a yellow alert for the city and surrounding areas. WHAT IS HEATWAVE A heatwave is a prolonged period of abnormally hot weather, typically occurring when the maximum temperature crosses 37°C and is …

In a first, IMD sounds heatwave warning for Kerala in February
2 weeks, 4 days ago

In a first, IMD sounds heatwave warning for Kerala in February

New Indian Express  

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In an unprecedented development, the India Meteorological Department issued a heatwave alert for Kerala for the first time in February on Tuesday. The IMD has sounded a heatwave warning for Kannur and Kasaragod districts, while predicting 2-4 degrees Celsius above-normal temperatures in the state on Wednesday. On Monday, maximum temperature breached the 40 degrees Celsius mark in the state …

IMD issues yellow alert in Coastal Karnataka as heatwave sweeps the region
2 weeks, 4 days ago

IMD issues yellow alert in Coastal Karnataka as heatwave sweeps the region

New Indian Express  

MANGALURU: Heat wave swept several parts of the Coastal Karnataka on Wednesday prompting the Indian Meteorological Department to issue a Yellow Alert for two days until Thursday. The maximum temperature clocked 37 degrees Celsius on Wednesday and according to IMD forecast it is likely to remain so till March 3. “The heat wave conditions are likely to prevail over the …

IMD issues yellow warning for heat wave in Mumbai and nearby areas
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

IMD issues yellow warning for heat wave in Mumbai and nearby areas

The Hindu  

The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow warning for a heatwave in Mumbai and nearby areas for Tuesday and Wednesday. According to IMD Mumbai, “A yellow warning has been issued for heat wave in Mumbai and nearby areas for today and tomorrow as the highest temperatures are expected to reach up to 37-38 degrees Celsius, which is nearly 5 …

It’s only February and IMD puts Mumbai on heatwave alert for next 3 days
Top News
2 weeks, 5 days ago

It’s only February and IMD puts Mumbai on heatwave alert for next 3 days

Firstpost  

There is a growing trend in both the frequency and intensity of heatwaves occurring across India The India Metrological Department has sounded an alarm for heatwave in Mumbai and nearby areas. It’s only February, and the India Meteorological Department has already issued a heatwave alert for Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, and Navi Mumbai for the next three days, as temperatures soar …

It’s only February and IMD puts Mumbai on heatwave alert for next 3 days
Top News
2 weeks, 5 days ago

It’s only February and IMD puts Mumbai on heatwave alert for next 3 days

Firstpost  

There is a growing trend in both the frequency and intensity of heatwaves occurring across India The India Metrological Department has sounded an alarm for heatwave in Mumbai and nearby areas. It’s only February, and the India Meteorological Department has already issued a heatwave alert for Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, and Navi Mumbai for the next three days, as temperatures soar …

Heatwave alert in Mumbai, Thane, Konkan districts; Yellow warning issued
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Heatwave alert in Mumbai, Thane, Konkan districts; Yellow warning issued

Live Mint  

The India Meteorological Department has issued a heat wave alert for Mumbai and its neighbouring areas on February 25 and 26, due to rising temperatures. According to an IMD alert, a “yellow warning” has been issued for heat wave in Mumbai, its neighbouring Thane district, and Raigad and Ratnagiri districts in the Konkan region of Maharashtra as the highest temperatures …

Heatwave intensifies in Telangana: IMD Issues yellow alert for Hyderabad, check full forecast
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Heatwave intensifies in Telangana: IMD Issues yellow alert for Hyderabad, check full forecast

India TV News  

Heatwave intensifies in Telangana: IMD Issues yellow alert for Hyderabad, check full forecast Telangana weather update: As per the IMD forecast, Adilabad, Komaram Bheem, Nirmal, and Mancherial will see maximum temperatures in the range of 36-40 degrees Celsius. As per the IMD forecast, Adilabad, Komaram Bheem, Nirmal, and Mancherial will see maximum temperatures in the range of 36-40 degrees Celsius. …

Thunderstorms, temperature rise likely in AP: IMD
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Thunderstorms, temperature rise likely in AP: IMD

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: The India Meteorological Department, Amaravati, has forecast thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and a marginal increase in temperature over the next five days across Andhra Pradesh and Yanam. According to the IMD report on Saturday, a trough in westerlies extends from South Gangetic West Bengal to North Coastal Andhra Pradesh at 0.9 km above mean sea level. Morning shallow fog …

Heatwave hits Bengaluru: City records highest temperature in 20 years, IMD predicts warmer days ahead
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Heatwave hits Bengaluru: City records highest temperature in 20 years, IMD predicts warmer days ahead

India TV News  

Heatwave hits Bengaluru: City records highest temperature in 20 years, IMD predicts warmer days ahead Heatwave hits Bengaluru: Apart from Bengaluru, many areas across Karnataka are also experiencing an intense heatwave as temperatures have risen to above-normal levels. Bengaluru Weather Update: Heatwave has hit Bengaluru as the city is experiencing intense heatwave with temperatures rising to 32.8 degrees Celsius this …

Andhra Pradesh Sees Sharp Weather Contrasts
1 month ago

Andhra Pradesh Sees Sharp Weather Contrasts

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: Andhra Pradesh is witnessing extreme weather variations, with temperatures plunging in ASR district while coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema experience soaring heat. In stark contrast, coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema witnessed an unusual rise in temperatures. According to the IMD Amaravati report, lower tropospheric northerly and north-westerly winds were prevailing over north coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, while south-easterly …

AP weather shoots up by 6 degrees Celsius
1 month, 1 week ago

AP weather shoots up by 6 degrees Celsius

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam:Day temperature is continuing to rise in many parts of Andhra Pradesh, with average maximum temperature hovering around 35 degrees Celsius to 38 degrees Celsius. Kalingapatnam in Srikakulam and Visakhapatnam recorded the lowest temperature of 29.1 and 31 degrees Celsius respectively. The IMD report said maximum temperatures are likely to be above normal by 2–4 degrees Celsius over north coastal …

IMD Predicts Better Weather Conditions for Telangana
2 months, 3 weeks ago

IMD Predicts Better Weather Conditions for Telangana

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The India Meteorological Department predicted a gradual rise in minimum temperatures across Hyderabad and Telangana, bringing slight relief from the prevailing winter chill. From a low of 13°C expected on December 18, night-time temperatures are likely to climb steadily to around 19°C by December 23, marking a noticeable improvement after days of cold conditions. While Hyderabad has been relatively …

Telangana cold wave alert: IMD issues orange alert, temperatures may hit 5°C
3 months ago

Telangana cold wave alert: IMD issues orange alert, temperatures may hit 5°C

India Today  

The India Meteorological Department Hyderabad has issued its first yellow alert of the winter for a cold wave, warning Telangana residents of a significant temperature drop. The cold wave is expected to affect several districts, with temperatures potentially dipping as low as 5°C until Sunday. Cold Wave in Telangana The biggest drop in temperatures is anticipated in districts like Adilabad, …

Cold wave alert issued for Telangana, temperature to drop below 5 Degrees, check IMD forecast
3 months ago

Cold wave alert issued for Telangana, temperature to drop below 5 Degrees, check IMD forecast

India TV News  

Telangana cold wave alert: The India Meteorological Department Hyderabad has issued intense cold wave alert for Telangana till December 14 and said the cold wave is expected to grip several districts, with minimum temperatures to plunge as low as 5 degrees Celsius until Sunday. Other districts, including Nirmal, Medak, and Sangareddy witnessed experienced biting cold, with temperatures dipping below 10 …

Below 10°C recorded in two Telangana districts, IMD forecasts hazy conditions
3 months ago

Below 10°C recorded in two Telangana districts, IMD forecasts hazy conditions

The Hindu  

Telangana has started experiencing colder nights with temperatures dropping again. On Wednesday, two districts recorded minimum temperatures below 10°C, according to the Telangana Development Planning Society. The India Meteorological Department, in its bulletin released on Wednesday, had forecast misty or hazy conditions in the morning hours in isolated pockets of Telangana over the next three days. Despite cooler nights, minimum …

Telangana Weather Update: Single digit temperatures recorded in four places; Cold wave alert to Adilabad
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Telangana Weather Update: Single digit temperatures recorded in four places; Cold wave alert to Adilabad

The Hindu  

Thunderstorm alert to a few districts from November 30 to December 2 The India Meteorological Department has issued a cold wave alert for Adilabad district in Telangana for Friday warning of chilly weather conditions in the region. On Wednesday, Automatic Weather Stations of Telangana Development Planning Society in four mandals recorded temperatures in single digits in Bheempoor, Sirpur, Nyalkal and …

IMD Workshop Underscores Need for Accurate Weather Forecasts
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

IMD Workshop Underscores Need for Accurate Weather Forecasts

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Hyderabad’s rapid urbanisation and shifting climate patterns make precise weather forecast indispensable for effective disaster management, said HYDRAA commissioner A.V. Dr Naga Ratna presented a detailed account of IMD Hyderabad’s contributions, emphasising its role in hyper-local weather forecasting for Telangana. “IMD’s work is central to building resilient communities and mitigating the impacts of climate change,” said Dr. Mohapatra. The …

Tamil Nadu heatwave policy is only a start
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu heatwave policy is only a start

The Hindu  

In October, the Tamil Nadu government notified extreme heat as a State-specific disaster. Editorial | Sun signs: On extreme heat and Tamil Nadu’s policy decision A heatwave injures and/or kills by first pushing more vulnerable people over the edge; the less vulnerable are further down the line. As a second example, the policy skirts the State’s responsibility by limiting itself …

Harsh weather sends up deaths by 144% in Telangana
4 months ago

Harsh weather sends up deaths by 144% in Telangana

New Indian Express  

HYDERABAD: Over 1,81,419 acres of crop area were affected, 66 people died, and 4,350 animal deaths were reported, all due to extreme weather events which spanned over 50 days from January 1 to September 30, revealed ‘India Climate Report 2024’, launched by the Centre for Science and Environment and its publication, Down to Earth. CSE report said there had been …

Extreme weather conditions claimed 66 lives in TG so far this year
4 months ago

Extreme weather conditions claimed 66 lives in TG so far this year

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Telangana has faced a punishing year of extreme weather so far, with deadly rains, scorching heat waves, and severe storms, which together claimed 66 lives, damaged 73,418 hectares of agricultural land and caused extensive infrastructure damage. The state endured 50 days of extreme weather, reflecting India’s broader climate crisis as documented in the “Climate India 2024: An Assessment of …

Tamil Nadu Brace for Extreme Heat as State Warns of Heatwave
4 months, 1 week ago

Tamil Nadu Brace for Extreme Heat as State Warns of Heatwave

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu is bracing for heatwaves, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in several parts of the state. The government has declared a State-specific disaster, providing relief to people affected by heatwaves, including providing medical assistance and financial aid to those who have lost loved ones to heat-related causes. Tamil Nadu is one of the regions in India that is particularly vulnerable …

Dry Weather Expected in AP, Light Rainfall in Tamil Nadu
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Dry Weather Expected in AP, Light Rainfall in Tamil Nadu

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam is expected to remain largely dry in the coming days, with no significant changes predicted. Maximum temperatures in many parts of the state have remained around 35 degrees Celsius over the past three days, and an upper-air cyclonic circulation over coastal Odisha has shifted slightly southward, now affecting South Odisha and North Andhra Pradesh at elevations up to 5.8 …

Heatwave like conditions in northeastern states; Assam, Arunachal record 38°C
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Heatwave like conditions in northeastern states; Assam, Arunachal record 38°C

Hindustan Times  

The seven northeastern states, Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh, are witnessing heatwave-like conditions for the past few days, officials at the regional weather office said. Day temperature likely to be above 4–5°C over the region during the next 3-4 days in the northeastern states. In Assam, the region has witnessed no or very limited rainfall in …

Telangana to experience sunshine with no IMD warnings for the next seven days
6 months ago

Telangana to experience sunshine with no IMD warnings for the next seven days

The Hindu  

After several weeks of red, orange, and yellow alerts issued by the India Meteorological Department for Telangana, no warning alerts are in effect for the next seven days. The system is expected to move west-northwestward across North Chhattisgarh and weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area by the evening, according to an IMD release. The Telangana Development Planning Society predicts that …

Heavy to very heavy rain likely in Rayalaseema on August 16
7 months ago

Heavy to very heavy rain likely in Rayalaseema on August 16

The Hindu  

The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority has advised people to exercise caution in view of the forecast of rains and thunderstorms in the next two days. Citing India Meteorological Department data, APSDMA Managing Director Ronanki Kurmanath said moderate to heavy rains were likely to occur in the districts of Parvathipuram-Manyam, Alluri Sitharama Raju, Kurnool, Anantapur and Sri Sathya Sai …

Colour-coded alerts: U.P. establishes heatwave threshold for all 75 dists
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Colour-coded alerts: U.P. establishes heatwave threshold for all 75 dists

Hindustan Times  

Uttar Pradesh has become the first Indian state to establish specific heatwave thresholds for each of its 75 districts. For Representation Only The State Disaster Management Authority conducted a comprehensive study in which experts analysed temperature patterns since 1982, spanning 42 years, to develop a three-tier heatwave alert system: yellow, orange and red. The heatwave threshold clearly defines the temperatures …

India reported 40,000 suspected heat stroke cases this summer: UN report
7 months, 2 weeks ago

India reported 40,000 suspected heat stroke cases this summer: UN report

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: India reported 40,000 cases of suspected heat stroke and over 100 deaths since the onset of summer in 2024, as of mid-June 30, according to a report from the United Nations Call to Action on Extreme Heat. The UN has recommended that countries adopt evidence-based policies, regulations multi-dimensional risk assessments and community-driven actions to protect the most vulnerable; …

IMD issues yellow warning for three districts in Andhra Pradesh
7 months, 3 weeks ago

IMD issues yellow warning for three districts in Andhra Pradesh

New Indian Express  

VISAKHAPATNAM: The India Meteorological Department’s Amaravati Centre has issued a yellow warning for heavy rainfall on Sunday in Alluri Sitarama Raju, Parvathipuram Manyam and Srikakulam districts. The warning also includes thunderstorms with lightning and strong surface winds, reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph, across North Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, South Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Rayalaseema. According to the Andhra Pradesh State …

Heavy rain likely in coastal Andhra Pradesh in next two days
8 months ago

Heavy rain likely in coastal Andhra Pradesh in next two days

The Hindu  

The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority has sounded an alert in view of the heavy rain forecast by the India Meteorological Department in the State for the next two days. APSDMA Managing Director Ronanki Kurmanath said that the district administrations had already been instructed to initiate measures as heavy to very heavy rains, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning, are …

Lack of heat-related death numbers shows that India is unprepared for the next crisis
8 months, 1 week ago

Lack of heat-related death numbers shows that India is unprepared for the next crisis

Hindustan Times  

Though India experienced one of its worst summers with record heatwave days and prolonged warm night periods since April across the country, a reliable estimate of how many lives were lost is not available. Climate change has impacted temperature-related neonatal deaths in all countries surveyed, with most pronounced climate-induced losses from increased heat and gains from decreased cold observed in …

Mercury Goes Up in Andhra Pradesh by 5 Degrees Celsius
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Mercury Goes Up in Andhra Pradesh by 5 Degrees Celsius

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: Temperature has risen significantly in many parts of Andhra Pradesh with the southwest monsoon taking a break in the southern peninsula, as predicted by the Indian Meteorological Department. As per the IMD report, the temperature has risen by four to five degrees Celsius in many parts of the state. Bapatla recorded 35.8 degrees with the temperature departure being 5.5 …

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