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Severe Heatwave Hits Telangana and Andhra Pradesh with Record Temperatures
Telangana, Andhra Pradesh weather today: Hyderabad hits season’s highest temperature, Vizag and Kurnool to see extreme heatwave
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Hyderabad, Telangana, recorded its highest temperature of the season at over 43 degrees Celsius amid a heatwave, prompting a red alert from the India Meteorological Department. Andhra Pradesh is also experiencing extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach between 45 and 47 degrees Celsius in several districts over the next few days.
- 01Hyderabad's temperature reached 43 degrees Celsius, marking the season's highest.
- 02The IMD has issued a red alert for 20 districts in Telangana due to heatwave conditions.
- 03Peddapalli and Suryapet are the hottest districts in Telangana, both recording 46.5 degrees Celsius.
- 04In Andhra Pradesh, temperatures above 43 degrees Celsius were reported in 204 mandals across 18 districts.
- 05The weather department warns of temperatures between 45 and 47 degrees Celsius in parts of Andhra Pradesh over the next four days.
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Telangana is currently experiencing a severe heatwave, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a red alert as temperatures soar. Hyderabad recorded its highest temperature of the season at over 43 degrees Celsius, with several districts exceeding 46 degrees Celsius. Peddapalli and Suryapet were noted as the hottest areas, both reaching 46.5 degrees Celsius. The IMD has cautioned residents to avoid prolonged sun exposure and stay hydrated. In Andhra Pradesh, the situation is similarly dire, with 204 mandals across 18 districts reporting temperatures above 43 degrees Celsius. The Visakhapatnam Meteorological Department predicts that temperatures could rise between 45 and 47 degrees Celsius in various districts over the next few days, urging people to exercise caution, especially during peak hours from 11 am to 4 pm. This extreme weather poses significant health risks and calls for immediate public awareness and safety measures.
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Residents are advised to take precautions against the extreme heat, which can lead to health issues such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
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