Himachal Pradesh is currently under a heatwave alert, with temperatures in the low and mid hills soaring significantly. Una recorded the highest temperature in the state at 44°C on Wednesday, while other areas like Sundernagar and Kangra saw temperatures of 39.2°C and 39°C, respectively. The state capital, Shimla, also felt the heat with a maximum of 30.5°C, which is 5.5 degrees above normal. The Meteorological Centre in Shimla reported that many stations recorded temperatures 3 to 5 degrees higher than usual, with dry conditions prevailing due to a lack of rainfall. Health advisories have been issued, particularly for children and the elderly, urging them to limit exposure to direct sunlight during peak afternoon hours. Additionally, the weather department has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms in Chamba district. Amidst the heat, the Border Roads Organisation has successfully reopened the Gramphu-Kaza-Sumdo highway, which had been closed for approximately six months due to heavy snowfall.