North India’s scorching heat is recently: Delhi-NCR and ‘Red Alert’ in neighboring states, light relief will be available at the end of the week

The entire North India, especially the Delhi-NCR region, is in the grip of a fierce and deadly heat. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning that the temperature will increase further for the next few days, which will lead to the situation of ‘serious heatwave’. However, some relief is expected by the end of the week, when some areas may have light rain and thunderstorms with shower.

Current Status and IMD warning:

Large parts of Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan are currently struggling with the scorching heat. The maximum temperature of the day remains 5 to 7 degrees Celsius above normal, and in many areas it is reaching between 45 to 48 ° C. IMD for these areas ‘Red Alert’ Warning of conditions, which means that severe heat and heat conditions will be at a very high level, which can pose a serious threat to health. The nights also remain unusually warm (Warm Night Conditions), due to which people are not getting relief from the heat round the clock.

What will happen next?

According to the Meteorological Department:

• The era of fierce heat: The outbreak of extremely intense heat will continue in the above few days (usually 2-3 days) in the above mentioned states including Delhi-NCR. People have been advised not to leave their homes in the afternoon and take full care.

• Right drop in temperature: After June 18 or 19, there is a possibility of slight drop in maximum temperature in some places, but still will remain above normal.

• Relief rain: By the end of this week, i.e. Thursday (Thursday) or Friday (Friday), there is a possibility of light rains, thunderstorms and dust storms in Delhi-NCR and some areas around it. This can be mainly due to the effect of western disturbance and monsoon winds coming from the Bay of Bengal, which can provide some relief from heat.

Health advice:
People are advised to drink plenty of water and fluids, wearing light clothes, staying indoors in the afternoon and avoiding direct sunlight to avoid dehydration (lack of water in the body). Weak classes and children and boys need to take special precautions.

This changing weather patterns can also be an indication of global climate change, which requires long -term adaptation strategies. At the moment, everyone is advised to stay safe and follow the instructions of the Meteorological Department.