Uttar Pradesh is currently grappling with a severe heatwave as temperatures soar across both eastern and western regions.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for 32 districts, warning that the scorching conditions are likely to persist until at least April 25.
Banda emerged as the hottest spot in the state on Tuesday, recording a blistering maximum temperature of 44.2°C. Close behind were Sultanpur at 43.4°C and Prayagraj at 43.2°C. The capital city, Lucknow, also felt the brunt of the heat, with hot winds and intense sunlight forcing residents to remain indoors during the afternoon.
Atul Kumar Singh, a senior scientist at the Zonal Meteorological Centre in Lucknow, attributed the current conditions to dry westerly winds. “The heatwave-like situation is prevalent across several parts of the state. However, a new Western Disturbance is expected to become active from April 26, which may increase cloud activity and bring a slight dip in temperatures,” he noted.
The rising heat has led to a surge in health issues. In Kanpur, hospitals have reported a significant increase in patients suffering from skin-related ailments. Dr D P Shivhare of Kanpur Medical College advised citizens to stay hydrated and avoid outdoors between 12 pm and 4 pm. “People should consume ORS, lassi, or lemon water and wear loose cotton clothing to mitigate the effects of the heat,” he recommended.
In districts like Ballia, where the mercury has crossed 42°C, hospitals have set up dedicated “heatstroke rooms” equipped with coolers and air conditioners to manage emergencies.
The 32 districts under alert include Prayagraj, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Lucknow, and Ayodhya, among others. While the next few days remain critical, residents are pin-pointing their hopes on the predicted weather shift after April 26.
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