Heatwave in Delhi: National capital braces for extreme heat, yellow alert issued

Heatwave in Delhi: National capital braces for extreme heat, yellow alert issued

On the precipice of another punishing heatwave spell, Delhi is predicted to see a jump of two to three degrees Celsius in the maximum temperature on Wednesday. The Safdarjung Observatory — Delhi’s base station — had recorded a maximum temperature of 40.8 degrees Celsius on Tuesday. It is expected to breach the 42-degree mark on … Read more

Beware Delhi! Severe heat wave predicted in parts of capital on Wednesday, Thursday

Beware Delhi! Severe heat wave predicted in parts of capital on Wednesday, Thursday

Parts of Delhi are predicted to record a severe heatwave on Wednesday, with the maximum temperature likely to hit the 40-degree mark, India Meteorological Department said. Severe heatwave conditions are likely to persist on Thursday as well. IMD officials said a prolonged dry spell has led to “severe” hot weather conditions in northwest India. “The … Read more