Heatwave alert sounded in Srikakulam as temperatures cross 42°C
Srikakulam is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures exceeding 42°C, prompting local officials to issue health warnings. The Indian Meteorological Department forecasts that the extreme heat will persist for at least a week, particularly in certain mandals. In response, authorities are implementing measures such as restricting outdoor work during peak hours and setting up water kiosks to aid residents.
- ▪Temperatures in Srikakulam are surpassing 42°C.
- ▪Officials have advised against outdoor work between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.
- ▪Water kiosks are being established to provide relief to residents.
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Srikakulam in-charge Collector Farman Ahmad Khan on Thursday asked people to protect themselves for the coming one week as summer heat is said to peak as per the projection of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD).He said that the temperatures would higher in several mandals such as Hiramandalam, L.N. Peta, Saravakota, Patapatnam and Burja which are already witnessing high temperatures.Mr. Ahmad Khan also directed the labour department officials to give clear instructions to companies not to allow the staff to work in open places between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. due to the high temperatures.As per the data of IMD, the day temperatures are crossing 42° Celsius in several places of Srikaulam district. In this backdrop, Mr.
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