Severe heatwave over northwest and central India, warns IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning about severe heatwave conditions expected over northwest and central India. These conditions are likely to persist until May 24, particularly affecting areas in Uttar Pradesh. The IMD has advised residents to take precautions due to the increased likelihood of heat-related illnesses.
- ▪Severe heatwave conditions are expected over northwest and central India until May 24.
- ▪The IMD has issued an orange alert for large parts of the region for the next three days.
- ▪Hot conditions are likely to impact most of north India, with temperatures markedly above normal in several states.
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Severe heatwave over northwest and central India, warns IMDHeat wave to severe heat wave conditions are likely over a few pockets of west Uttar Pradesh till May 24, IMD warnedPublished on: May 18, 2026 5:58 PM ISTBy Jayashree Nandi, New DelhiShare viaCopy link Heat wave to severe heat wave conditions are likely to prevail over the plains of northwest India and central India during the week, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned on Monday.A woman covers her face while walking along a road amid dusty winds and scorching heat during a heatwave, in Prayagraj. (PTI)IMD also warned of severe, large-scale heat waves over Uttar Pradesh during the week.
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