Punjab weather update: Heatwave alert issued as temperatures surge across state
PTC Web Desk: Punjab is once again grappling with rising temperatures, with the average maximum temperature increasing by 0.9°C in the past 24 hours. The temperature now stands at 38°C, which is 1.8°C above the seasonal average. Bathinda has emerged as the hottest city in the state.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a new Western Disturbance will become active over the Himalayan region from April 16, which will impact Punjab’s weather conditions. Over the next four days, maximum temperatures across the state are expected to rise by 5 to 6 degrees Celsius.
The IMD has also issued a yellow alert for a heatwave from April 16 onwards, which will be in effect for three days. The forecast indicates that the weather will remain dry on April 14, 15, 16, and 17. However, light to moderate rainfall is expected at isolated places on April 18, 19, and 20.
Additionally, from April 16, parts of the state may experience heatwave conditions, prompting health advisories for residents.
In response to the increasing temperatures, the Punjab Health Department has urged the public to avoid going outdoors during peak heat hours. Residents are advised to complete their essential tasks in the early morning or evening when temperatures are relatively lower. To manage the impact of the heat, all government hospitals in the state will now operate from 8 am to 2 pm, starting from April 16.
Meanwhile, Chandigarh has witnessed a sharp temperature change following rainfall on April 12 and 13. The maximum temperature rose by 2.6°C in the past 24 hours, though it still remains 0.8°C below normal. The current maximum temperature stands at 34.9°C, indicating a noticeable shift in weather patterns.
- PTC NEWS
