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News India Live, Digital Desk: In Uttar Pradesh, the heat has started showing its fierce form in the month of April itself. Especially in the areas of Bundelkhand, the temperature has reached much above normal. According to the latest report, To tie The district was the hottest city in the state, where the mercury 44.8 degrees Celsius were recorded. This temperature is much higher than the average for April, indicating the risk of a severe heat wave in the coming weeks.
Meteorological Department’s warning: Heavy in the next 72 hours
Meteorological Center in many districts of Uttar Pradesh in the next Heatwave Alert for 72 hours Has issued a warning.
Major affected districts: Apart from Banda, the scorching sun and hot winds (loo) will increase in districts like Jhansi, Prayagraj, Kanpur, Agra and Varanasi.
Wind Speed: According to the Meteorological Department, hot winds blowing at a speed of 20 to 25 km per hour can make it risky to step out in the afternoon.
Forecast: Experts believe that by the end of April the temperature in Banda and surrounding areas will 46 degrees Can even reach close to.
Temperature of major cities (today’s forecast)
| City | Maximum Temperature (°C) | Situation |
|---|---|---|
| To tie | 44.8°C | hottest heat wave |
| Prayagraj | 43.5°C | extreme heat |
| Jhansi | 43.0°C | hot sun |
| Kanpur | 41.2°C | humidity and heat |
| Lucknow | 40.5°C | clear sky, lu |
Necessary precautions for safety
Administration and Health Department have issued ‘Heat Advisory’ to prevent normal life from being affected:
Avoid going out in the afternoon: Especially between 12 noon and 4 pm when the sun is at its strongest.
Hydration: Drink adequate amount of water. Consume ORS, lemon water and buttermilk.
Wear cotton clothes: Wear light colored and cotton clothes which can absorb sweat.
Keep your head covered: Use an umbrella, hat or towel when going out in the sun.
Impact on farming
Rapidly increasing temperatures are also affecting the harvesting and threshing of Rabi crops. Due to hot winds, the situation has become challenging for the laborers working in the fields. Agricultural experts have advised farmers to work in the fields early in the morning or in the evening.
