Severe Heatwave Hits Uttar Pradesh, Banda Records India's Hottest Temperature at 47.4°C
Banda hottest in India at 47.4°C, summer sizzler sweeps across Uttar Pradesh
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A severe heatwave has swept across Uttar Pradesh, with Banda recording the highest temperature in India at 47.4°C. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for 20 districts, warning of extreme heat conditions expected to persist until April 27, 2023.
- 01Banda recorded the highest temperature in India at 47.4°C.
- 02The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for 20 districts in Uttar Pradesh.
- 03Heatwave conditions are expected to last until April 27, 2023.
- 04Several cities in Uttar Pradesh reported temperatures above 40°C, including Prayagraj and Varanasi.
- 05A drop in temperatures is anticipated due to a Western Disturbance expected to bring rainfall.
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On Saturday, Banda, located in Uttar Pradesh, recorded a staggering 47.4°C, making it the hottest place in India. This extreme temperature is 6.2 degrees above the normal for this time of year and matches Banda's highest temperature recorded in April 2022. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a severe heatwave orange alert for 20 districts, including Prayagraj, Varanasi, and Ghazipur, as conditions are expected to persist until April 27, 2023. Other cities in Uttar Pradesh also experienced high temperatures, with Prayagraj reaching 45.5°C and Varanasi at 45.0°C. The IMD warned that heatwave conditions are likely to continue due to dry westerly winds, but a Western Disturbance is expected to bring rainfall, potentially reducing temperatures by 3-5°C starting April 28. The heatwave has significantly affected daily life, with many regions experiencing temperatures well above seasonal averages.
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The extreme heat conditions can lead to health risks such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke, particularly affecting vulnerable populations.
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