PM Modi Urges Kindness Amid Severe Heatwave as IMD Predicts 45°C
Be kind, offer water: PM Modi issues heatwave appeal as IMD tracks 45°C peak and pre-monsoon rain date
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for precautions as India faces extreme heat, urging citizens to stay hydrated and help others by offering water. The India Meteorological Department forecasts temperatures in the Delhi-National Capital Region to peak at 45°C with a yellow alert issued, while thunderstorms and pre-monsoon rains are expected to bring relief soon.
- 01PM Modi emphasized the importance of kindness during the heatwave by encouraging people to offer water to others.
- 02The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for the Delhi-National Capital Region, predicting temperatures to reach 45°C.
- 03Residents are advised to avoid outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours and stay hydrated to cope with the heat.
- 04Weather conditions are expected to shift from May 28 with thunderstorms and rain forecasted, providing relief from the heat.
- 05Temperatures are predicted to drop to around 36°C by May 29, indicating the onset of pre-monsoon activity.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has issued a public appeal urging citizens to take precautions against extreme heat as temperatures soar across India, particularly in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR), where a maximum of 45°C is expected. He encouraged people to stay hydrated and to show kindness by offering water to others. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for the NCR due to severe heatwave conditions, advising residents to avoid outdoor activities during peak hours and to drink plenty of water. The IMD forecasts a change in weather starting May 28, with thunderstorms and light rain expected, leading to a drop in temperatures to around 36°C by May 29. This shift marks the beginning of pre-monsoon activity, which is anticipated to bring significant relief from the heat. The IMD also warns of strong winds accompanying the thunderstorms, with squalls expected at speeds of 50-60 km/h. Overall, the upcoming weather changes are expected to provide a respite from the current harsh heat conditions.
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The severe heatwave poses health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations.
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