Red & Yellow heat wave alerts in Uttar Pradesh, mercury may touch 48°C in several districts
Lucknow, May 20: The Meteorological Department has issued red and yellow heat wave alerts for the next three days, until May 23. The warning states that the effects of intense heat and heat wave will be felt across the state on May 20 (today). From western Uttar Pradesh to Bundelkhand, central Uttar Pradesh, and Purvanchal, intense sunlight, hot winds, and warm nights could make people miserable. Severe heat wave alerts have also been issued for several districts.
Senior meteorologist Atul Kumar Singh of the Lucknow Meteorological Department stated on Wednesday that temperatures will remain above normal even at night for the next few days, providing no relief from the heat and humidity. A red alert has been issued for the entire state (warm night) in case temperatures do not drop even at night. During this period, temperatures will remain three to six degrees above normal. The Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for a severe heat wave in Banda, Chitrakoot, and Jhansi in Bundelkhand, Prayagraj in Purvanchal, Agra in the west, and 11 surrounding districts. Temperatures are expected to reach 48 degrees Celsius in these districts.
According to the Meteorological Department, the situation is equally serious in the districts of eastern Uttar Pradesh and Purvanchal. In addition to Lucknow, severe heat wave conditions are also predicted in Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Deoria, Kushinagar, Mau, Jaunpur, and Ghazipur. An orange alert has been issued for these districts. However, due to moist winds coming from the Bay of Bengal, light drizzle accompanied by thunderstorms may occur in some parts of eastern Uttar Pradesh. However, no significant drop in temperatures is expected. The administration and health department have also issued advisories regarding the severe weather conditions.
Key weather warnings and precautions
The health department is also on alert due to the intense weather. City health officer Dr K.K. Nigam advised that to avoid heatstroke in this intense heat, avoid unnecessary sun exposure between 12 noon and 4 p.m. Avoid dehydration, wear light, cotton clothing, and keep your head and face covered when outdoors. He advised the elderly, children, and the sick to be especially vigilant.
The weather department’s warning has made it clear that the coming days in Uttar Pradesh could be extremely challenging in terms of heat. People need to avoid carelessness and approach their daily routine with caution and safety.
