Heatwave Alert Issued for Mumbai and Surrounding Districts
IMD issues heatwave warning for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad and Palghar from tomorrow
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave warning for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, and Palghar starting Friday, with temperatures expected to exceed 38°C in Thane and 36°C in Mumbai. Citizens are advised to take precautions against the rising heat, especially outdoor workers.
- 01IMD warns of a heatwave in Mumbai and surrounding districts starting Friday.
- 02Temperatures in Thane may exceed 38°C, while Mumbai could reach 36°C.
- 03A yellow alert was previously issued as temperatures neared 40°C last week.
- 04Precautions are advised for outdoor workers to avoid heat exposure.
- 05Light rain and thunderstorms are expected in Thane after May 18.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave warning for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, and Palghar starting Friday. Daytime temperatures are expected to exceed 38 degrees Celsius in Thane and reach 36 degrees Celsius in Mumbai. This warning follows a recent yellow alert issued for the region, where temperatures approached 40 degrees Celsius last week. Although Mumbai experienced a brief respite with temperatures dropping to 34 degrees Celsius, the heat is set to return. The IMD has advised outdoor workers to avoid direct sun exposure during peak hours and to schedule strenuous activities for cooler times of the day. The region has already seen an early onset of heatwaves this year, with six such days recorded in March. Following the heatwave, light rain and thunderstorms are anticipated in Thane from May 18 onward, while Mumbai is expected to remain dry with clear skies.
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The heatwave poses health risks, particularly for outdoor workers and vulnerable populations, necessitating precautionary measures.
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