As an intense heat wave tightens its grip over northern India, Delhi braces under a ‘red’ alert with temperatures soaring up to 45.2°C. Relief is anticipated from June 19 as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts thunderstorms and light rain due to an approaching weather disturbance.
Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh, Bihar, and parts of Uttar Pradesh are also experiencing severe heat wave conditions expected to persist till June 19.
In contrast, southern India, specifically Chennai and nearby areas, received overnight rains providing much-needed relief from the sweltering heat.
In Himachal Pradesh’s Shimla, severe water scarcity persists with supply falling significantly below the requirement, aggravating the ongoing crisis.
In northeastern India, Assam and Meghalaya are expected to receive exceptionally heavy rainfall today, followed by heavy to very heavy rainfall in the coming days, as predicted by IMD.
Moreover, the water level in the Kopili River, a Brahmaputra tributary, has risen above the danger mark in Assam’s Nagaon district, prompting alerts from the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA).
Delhi has recorded its fifth consecutive ‘warm night’ with a minimum temperature of 33.8°C, the highest this season.
In Chennai, recent rains led to the uprooting of trees in various localities, causing disruptions in civil operations including flight delays to and from major destinations like Dubai, Delhi, and Pune.
The varying weather patterns across India highlight the contrasting challenges posed by heat waves, water shortages, and sudden rainfalls in different regions.
