As of April 10, 2025, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heat wave alerts for several regions, including Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. These areas are experiencing abnormally high temperatures, with the forecast that the heatwave situation may persist in the coming days.
Current heatwave position
- Delhi: The capital recorded its first heatwave of the season on 7 April, with the temperature at 40.2 degrees Celsius.
- The IMD has issued a yellow warning for the next two days, with temperatures expected to reach around 40 °C.
- Rajasthan: Cities like Barmier have described the temperature as more than 45.6 degrees Celsius. The IMD has issued a red warning to the state, which reflects severe heatwave conditions. AQI Real-Time Air Quality Index.
- Gujarat: Areas such as Surendra agar and Kutch are experiencing temperatures between 43 ° C and 44 ° C, which inspire red and orange alerts in the state.
IMD heatwave criteria :
AQI Real Time Air Quality Index IMD heatwave criteria IMD defines a heatwave based on the following criteria:
1. Temperature Threshold:
- Ground: Maximum temperature ° 40 ° C
- Hill Region: Maximum temperature ° 30 ° C
2. Normal departure:
If the normal maximum temperature is ° 40 ° C:
- Heatwave: A departure of 5 ° C to 6 ° C above normal
- Severe heatwave: 7 ° C or above departure above normal
If the normal maximum temperature> 40 ° C
- Heatwave: 4 ° C to 5 ° C departure above normal
- Severe heatwave: 6 ° C or above departure above normal
3. Full temperature conditions.
Any space is considered under heatwave conditions in recording a maximum temperature of 45 ° C or above, even though the normal maximum temperature.
Health effects of heatwaves:
- Come into contact with excessive heat can cause various health issues, including:
- Heat cramps: muscle pain or cramps due to heavy hard work.
- Heat exhaustion: Symptoms include heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, nausea and fainting. Heat Stroke: A severe condition, confusion, loss of consciousness and potential organ damage characteristic of body temperature of 40 ° C or more. Immediate medical attention is important.
Preventive measures
- To reduce the adverse effects of heatwave:
- Stay hydrated: Drink a lot of water throughout the day.
- Avoid direct sunlight: limit external activities, especially during peak summer hours (12 noon to 4 pm).
- Wear appropriate clothes: Opt for loose, light colored and breathing clothes.
- Use a protective gear: Use hats, umbrellas and sunglasses when it is out.
- Monitor weaker persons: Keep an eye on children, elderly and people with pre -existing health conditions.
Chandigarh Weather Advisor
- Residents of Chandigarh should know about the following forecasts:
- April 10: High of 38 ° C with thunder in the afternoon.
- April 11: 33 ° C with high part and possible thunderstorm conditions.
- April 12: High of 32 ° C with blurred sunlight.
Given the current heatwave alerts and forecasts, it is mandatory for residents to take necessary precautions for the safety of their health and well -being in the affected areas.
