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Delhi Endures Heatwave as IMD Issues Yellow Alert and AQI Deteriorates

Temperatures exceed 40°C for the second day, schools implement heat safety measures, and air quality remains in the 'poor' category.

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On Friday, the maximum temperature in Chandigarh rose from Thursday’s 39.5°C to 40.5°C, a searing 4.6 degrees above normal and the highest for an April day in three years. (Sant Arora/HT)
The highest maximum temperature in the state has been recorded in Khajuraho at 44.6 °C
Normally there are four to seven heat wave days between April and June but this time there could be between six and 10, IMD had forecast on April 1. Since early April, several stations across India have been recording heat waves. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Overview

  • The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for Delhi-NCR on April 26, warning of heatwave conditions with temperatures reaching 42°C.
  • This marks the second consecutive day of temperatures exceeding 40°C, straining public health and urban systems in the region.
  • Delhi's Directorate of Education has directed schools to suspend outdoor activities, limit sun exposure, and provide hydrating drinks like lemonade and buttermilk to students.
  • The Central Pollution Control Board reported Delhi's AQI at 254 on April 26, maintaining its classification in the 'poor' category and exacerbating health risks.
  • While a slight temperature dip is forecast from April 27 due to easterly winds, the IMD cautions that clear skies and dry winds could lead to renewed heatwave conditions.