Delhi Faces Extreme Heat as Temperatures Soar Above 44 Degrees Celsius
Delhi Continues To Sizzles As Mercury Crosses 44-Degrees Celcius Mark
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Delhi is experiencing severe heat as temperatures exceed 44 degrees Celsius, marking the hottest May day since 2024. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts continued high temperatures and has issued heatwave warnings for the coming days, urging residents to stay cautious amid rising heat risks.
- 01The maximum temperature reached 44.6 degrees Celsius at Ridge, while Safdarjung recorded 43.4 degrees Celsius, both significantly above normal.
- 02The IMD has issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions in Delhi, expecting temperatures between 43 and 45 degrees Celsius from May 18-20.
- 03Mahesh Palawat from Skymet Weather noted that dry northwesterly winds from the Thar Desert are intensifying heat conditions in the city.
- 04More than half of Delhi's districts are classified under very high risk for extreme heat, according to a heat risk assessment by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW).
- 05Delhi's air quality remains moderate, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 173, indicating potential health risks.
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Delhi is currently grappling with extreme heat, with temperatures soaring above 44 degrees Celsius. On Monday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a maximum temperature of 43.4 degrees Celsius at Safdarjung, marking the hottest May day since 2024. The Ridge area recorded the highest temperature at 44.6 degrees Celsius, while other areas like Ayanagar and Lodhi Road also experienced significant heat. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions expected from May 18 to 20, predicting temperatures between 43 and 45 degrees Celsius. Dry northwesterly winds from the Thar Desert are exacerbating the situation, trapping heat and preventing cooling. Experts warn that the prolonged heat could lead to heat-related illnesses, with over half of Delhi's districts categorized as very high risk for extreme heat. Despite the heat, Delhi's air quality remains moderate, with an AQI of 173. Residents are advised to stay updated and take precautions against the heat.
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The extreme heat poses health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations, increasing the likelihood of heat-related illnesses.
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