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The Meteorological Department has predicted severe heat in central and north-west India for the next two-three days.
However, it is a matter of relief that after that there is a possibility of reduction in temperature.
Along with this, the Meteorological Department has also suggested many such measures by which the effect of heat can be reduced to some extent.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had also appealed to the citizens to be cautious in view of the rising temperatures.
Chance of very heavy rain at some places
There is a possibility of reduction in maximum temperature and relief from heat wave conditions from May 29.
There is a possibility of heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over North-East and adjoining Eastern India in the next 2–3 days and there is a possibility of rainfall in South Peninsular India on 27 May and in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal during 27 to 29 May 2026.
The Meteorological Department has also predicted that there is a possibility of moderate to severe thunderstorm with strong winds up to 70 km/hr in North-West India, Central India and East India during 28 to 30 May.
Avoid heat wave like this
The Meteorological Department made an announcement on Media Platformin a post Not only has a warning been given about the severe heat wave situation, it has also been advised to take some precautions.
The department advises that…
- drink plenty of water
- avoid direct sunlight in the afternoon
- wear light-colored, loose cotton clothes
- Avoid heavy outdoor work
- Keep ORS, fruits and fluids nearby
- Take special care of children, elderly and pets
- Follow local weather updates and advisories regularly
PM Modi wrote on the social media platform
PM Modi wrote, “Keep yourself hydrated, carry water with you while going out of the house. In such weather, your sensitivity also becomes a great support. If possible, give a glass of water to a thirsty person. I will also appreciate the people who keep water in pots outside their homes and shops so that anyone can drink water from them.”
Keep this in mind when you go out
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It has been told in a news of BBC Hindi that in cities where there is more pollution, the heat has even more impact.
According to doctors, this season is especially dangerous for asthma, blood pressure and heart patients because during the heat wave, there is less moisture in the air, which increases the polluted particles in the air.
Therefore, if possible, do not go out between 12 noon to 5 pm.
For those who have to go out, it would be better not to wear sleeveless clothes and cover their entire body.
Use a white umbrella instead of a black umbrella because black umbrella absorbs a lot of heat. Covering the head with a white cloth is also effective.
Published by Collective Newsroom for the BBC.