Vizianagaram wears deserted look in heatwave; Collector advises staying indoors
Vizianagaram is experiencing a significant heatwave, leading to a curfew-like atmosphere as residents stay indoors. Daytime temperatures have soared between 38 to 42 degrees Celsius, severely impacting local businesses and traffic. The Collector has advised people to avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours and is implementing measures to provide shade at traffic junctions.
- ▪Vizianagaram has been largely deserted due to a heatwave over the past week.
- ▪Daytime temperatures have reached between 38 to 42 degrees Celsius, affecting local commerce.
- ▪The Collector has recommended staying indoors from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to avoid the heat.
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A curfew-like situation has prevailed in Vizianagaram for the past week. Most people prefer to stay indoors to avoid the heatwave and high temperatures between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.Traffic jams are normally the order of the day at the Ring Road junction, which now wears a deserted look, only a few vehicles on the road. Daytime temperatures have ranged between 38 to 42 degrees Celsius in the Fort City. The temperature stays around 33 degrees Celsius even in the late evening and at night, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). A.P. continues to grapple with intense heat as 95 mandals record above 42°CThe high temperatures have hit the livelihood of many traders, business slowing at shops in PW Market, GT Road, Balaji Market and other places.
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