India Braces for Severe Summer: Heatwave and Rainfall Predictions Issued
Authorities prepare for extreme weather conditions, including prolonged heatwaves and rainfall, as India faces a hotter summer coinciding with general elections.
- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts a longer and hotter summer across India, with above-normal temperatures expected in central, northern plains, and southern regions.
- Heatwave alerts have been issued for several states, including Gujarat, Maharashtra, north Karnataka, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and west Madhya Pradesh, with proactive measures urged to mitigate the impact.
- Rainfall and thunderstorms are predicted in northeastern states and parts of north and central India, alongside the heatwave conditions, posing varied climatic challenges.
- Authorities have been asked to prepare for the extreme weather conditions, coinciding with the general elections, to ensure safety and minimize disruptions.
- Schools in Odisha have been instructed to conduct morning classes to protect students from the heat, indicating the severity of the forecasted conditions.
NDTV 