IMD issues heatwave alert for Vidarbha; Western Maharashtra and Marathwada to witness light rains
The IMD has issued a heatwave alert for the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra, where temperatures have soared to 47.2°C. While Vidarbha faces extreme heat, light rains are expected in parts of Western Maharashtra and Marathwada. The advisory includes measures for worker safety and alerts for thunderstorms in certain districts.
- ▪Bramhapuri town in Chandrapur district recorded the highest temperature of 47.2°C in the country.
- ▪The IMD has issued a heatwave alert for Vidarbha, Amravati, Wardha, and Chandrapur districts for two days.
- ▪Light rainfall is expected in districts like Sindhudurg and Ratnagiri in the Kokan region.
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As the pre-monsoon developments have gained momentum in the Maharashtra, a severe heatwave situation persists in Vidarbha region with Bramhapuri town in Chandrapur district recording highest maximum temperature of 47.2°C in the country. Reschedule work hours, provide drinking water to workers: Centre’s advisory to States on heat waveIndian Metrological Department (IMD) has sent heatwave alert for Vidarbha region, including Amravati, Wardha, and Chandrapur districts for two days, while orange alert issued thereafter till May 28. Heatwave is considered if maximum temperature of a station reaches at least 40°C or more for Plains, 37°C or more for coastal stations and at least 30°C or more for Hilly regions.
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