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UP Heatwave Build-Up: Which Districts May Cross 40°C + Safety Tips

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UP Heatwave Build-Up: Which Districts May Cross 40°C + Safety Tips

Uttar Pradesh is entering a heat build-up phase, with temperatures steadily rising toward or above the 40°C mark across multiple districts. This pattern is consistent with early summer transitions in North India, where dry winds and clear skies accelerate daytime heating. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) typically flags such conditions as pre-heatwave or heatwave once … Read more

Gujarat Heatwave: Why Rajkot Hit 42°C + What Residents Should Do

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Gujarat Heatwave: Why Rajkot Hit 42°C + What Residents Should Do

Gujarat is experiencing an early heatwave phase, with cities like Rajkot recording temperatures around 42°C. This spike aligns with typical pre-summer patterns where dry air, clear skies, and strong solar radiation push temperatures significantly above normal levels. Such early heat conditions increase health risks, especially in urban and semi-arid regions of the state. Gujarat Heatwave … Read more