IMD Issues Heatwave Alert for Chandigarh, Punjab, and Haryana with Safety Guidelines
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow heatwave alert for Chandigarh, Punjab, and Haryana, predicting a gradual temperature rise of 3 to 5 degrees Celsius until April 23, 2026. With temperatures already exceeding 40 degrees Celsius in several areas, including 41.3°C in Bathinda and 42.3°C in Rohtak, residents are urged to prepare for extreme heat conditions. A heatwave is officially defined when maximum temperatures surpass 45 degrees Celsius. In response, the Chandigarh Health Department and Public Health Department have released comprehensive safety advisories. Key recommendations include staying hydrated with water and natural drinks like coconut water and lassi, wearing light cotton clothing, and avoiding direct sun exposure during peak hours. The advisory specifically highlights the need to check on vulnerable groups such as infants, the elderly, pregnant women, and those with chronic illnesses. Residents are advised against consuming alcohol, caffeinated beverages, or stale food, and are strictly warned not to leave children or pets in parked vehicles. This alert aims to mitigate health risks associated with the impending surge in temperatures across the northern Indian regions.
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IMD Issues Heatwave Alert for Chandigarh, Punjab, and Haryana with Safety Guidelines
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow heatwave alert for Chandigarh, Punjab, and Haryana, predicting a gradual temperature rise of 3 to 5 degrees Celsius until April 23, 2026. With temperatures already exceeding 40 degrees Celsius in several areas, including 41.3°C in Bathinda and 42.3°C in Rohtak, residents are urged to prepare for extreme heat conditions. A heatwave is officially defined when maximum temperatures surpass 45 degrees Celsius. In response, the Chandigarh Health Department and Public Health Department have released comprehensive safety advisories. Key recommendations include staying hydrated with water and natural drinks like coconut water and lassi, wearing light cotton clothing, and avoiding direct sun exposure during peak hours. The advisory specifically highlights the need to check on vulnerable groups such as infants, the elderly, pregnant women, and those with chronic illnesses. Residents are advised against consuming alcohol, caffeinated beverages, or stale food, and are strictly warned not to leave children or pets in parked vehicles. This alert aims to mitigate health risks associated with the impending surge in temperatures across the northern Indian regions.
The Indian Express