Weather Today Live: 14 deaths in Delhi due to heat wave, says minister

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• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 03:55 PM

  Weather Today Live: Amid heat wave, Delhi govt directs officials to rescue homeless people

  Weather Today Live: “All shelter management agencies (SMAs) are hereby directed to form rescue teams and start the rescue drive in their jurisdiction/cluster from today itself. The rescue drive will be carried out from 12 pm to 12 am every day during this summer season and subsequently, the report of the previous day’s rescue drive shall be submitted by 11 am next day positively,” according to a Delhi government order.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 03:40 PM

  Weather Today Live: Anticipating heavy rainfall, Kerala seeks re-deployment of NDRF teams

  Weather Today Live: “The Kerala government has sought pre-deployment of NDRF teams in Idukki, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Malappuram, Kollam, Kozhikode, Thrissur and Wayanad districts,” says National Disaster Response Force.

  According to the paramilitary force, a 24×7 NDRF control room in Arakkonam is closely monitoring the situation round the clock, and all efforts are being undertaken in close collaboration with the state’s emergency operation control room.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 03:03 PM

  Weather Today Live: 14 deaths in Delhi due to heatwave, says minister Saurabh Bharadwaj

  Weather Today Live: According to Delhi health minister Saurabh Bharadwaj, a total of 14 people have lost their lives due to heatwave in the national capital and 118 are still admitted in hospitals.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 02:20 PM

  Weather Today Live: Roof collapse due to rain kills man in Uttar Pradesh

  Weather Today Live: A 42-year-old man was killed and five of his family members were injured when the roof of their house collapsed due to heavy rain in Bareilly’s Faridpur area on Wednesday night, according to police.

  In a separate incident, four others were injured when the roof of a house in the same village collapsed due to rain, police said.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 02:02 PM

  Weather Today Live: Heatwave killed over 190 homeless people in Delhi in less than 10 days

  A total of 192 homeless people died due to the heatwave in Delhi during this period, according to the report by the Centre for Holistic Development.

  Read in detail: Heatwave killed over 190 homeless people in Delhi in 9 days: NGO report

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 01:39 PM

  Weather Today Live: Nadda takes stock of heatwave preparations

  Weather Today Live: Union health minister JP Nadda said, “I visited the Health Ministry, Nirman Bhawan. I went to every section and assessed the work done there. I also went to Health Observatory, Central Registry, Record Room, Canteen and saw the arrangements everywhere. I also interacted with all officers and got to know about the work of all divisions…I have instructed them to have a citizens-friendly approach and work with a sense of service. All officers have said that they will work as much as possible in the interest of public…I have also suggested them to be alert and diligent in their duties because our work is such that diseases don’t announce and come. I also discussed heatwave with the officials and the Central Government has issued directions to all hospitals regarding this. An advisory has been issued…I have also told officials to visit Central hospitals and centrally managed hospitals to see if separate arrangements have been made for heatwave. We have issued advisory for the states…I also urge the public to give special focus on liquid diet, have more and more water to avoid dehydration…”

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• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 01:24 PM

  Weather Today Live: IMD predicts light rain over parts in Delhi

  Weather Today Live: IMD predicts thunderstorm with light to moderate intensity rain and gusty winds with speed of 30-40 Km/h over and adjoining areas of isolated places of Delhi ( Mundaka, Jafarpur, Nazafgarh), NCR ( Bahadurgarh) Charkhi Dadri, Mattanhail, Jhajjar, Farukhnagar, Kosali (Haryana).

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 01:04 PM

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• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 12:20 PM

  Weather Today Live: Heavy rains in Thane and Palghar; Surya river in spate, more showers predicted

  Weather Today Live: Heavy rains lashed Maharashtra’s Thane and neighbouring Palghar districts overnight and authorities issued a ‘red alert’ for Palghar on Thursday morning, predicting very heavy showers, officials said.

  Due to flooding of the Surya river in Palghar, a bridge in Manor was submerged and the movement between Wada and Manor remained affected, district disaster management cell chief Vivekanand Kadam told PTI.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:21 AM

  Weather Today Live: LG VK Saxena raises concern on low water table

  Weather Today Live: Delhi lieutenant governor Vinay Kumar Saxena expressed serious concern over the declining water table in the country, describing the situation as “alarming” and indicative of our negligence towards ‘Mother Earth.’ He called upon the public to actively join the ‘Ek Pedh Maa ke Naam’ campaign, emphasizing the importance of planting saplings to mitigate environmental challenges.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:09 AM

  Weather Today Live: Heavy rainfall predicted over parts of Northeast

  Weather Today Live: Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected to persist over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Assam, Meghalaya over the next three days, with isolated heavy rainfall anticipated thereafter.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:08 AM

  Weather Today Live: Delhi gets temporary relief

  Weather Today Live: After enduring a prolonged heatwave, Delhi experienced a refreshing morning on Thursday as parts of the city received light rainfall. The India Meteorological Department forecasted a mostly cloudy sky with chances of intermittent light rain and gusty winds throughout the day. There is also a possibility of dust storms or thunderstorms accompanied by lightning. A weather alert informed residents about expected light to moderate rains and gusty winds with speeds ranging from 30 to 50 km/h over Delhi-NCR and nearby regions during the pre-noon period on Thursday.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:29 AM

  Weather Today Live: Uttarakhand, Himachal get showers

  Weather Today Live: Dehradun and other parts of Uttarakhand saw light showers on Wednesday following a long dry spell. Similarly, thunderstorms and rainfall in Shimla and nearby areas of Himachal Pradesh provided relief from the scorching heat. In Dehradun, where temperatures had soared to nearly 40 degrees Celsius earlier in the day, the arrival of rain, accompanied by strong winds, led to a significant drop in the maximum temperature.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:41 AM

  Delhi Weather Today Live: What you should not do in heatwave?

  Here are the don’ts for dealing with a heatwave, as advised by the Disaster Management Authority:

  • Avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks: They can dehydrate the body.

  • Limit high-protein and stale foods: These can be harder to digest in hot weather.

  • Avoid leaving children or pets in parked vehicles: Temperatures inside vehicles can become dangerously high.

  • Don’t overexert yourself: Avoid outdoor work and strenuous activities during the hottest part of the day.

  • Ignore symptoms: Seek medical attention immediately if you feel faint or ill due to heat exposure.

  • Neglect animals: Ensure pets and animals have shade and access to water to prevent heat stress.

  • Neglect home cooling: Use curtains, shutters, and fans to keep indoor temperatures comfortable.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:39 AM

  Delhi Weather Today Live: What you should do in heatwave?

  Delhi Weather Today Live: Here are the do’s for dealing with a heatwave, as advised by Disaster Management Authority:

  • Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water regularly, even if you don’t feel thirsty.

  • Dress appropriately: Wear lightweight, light-coloured, loose-fitting cotton clothes to stay cool.

  • Use protective gear: Wear goggles, hats, and use umbrellas for sun protection.

  – Limit outdoor activities: Avoid strenuous activities during peak sun hours (12 noon to 3 pm).

  • Carry water: Always carry water with you when traveling.

  • Cooling measures: Use hats, umbrellas, and damp cloths on head, neck, and limbs to stay cool.

  • Hydrating foods: Consume hydrating foods and drinks like ORS, lassi, lemon water, and buttermilk.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:22 AM

  Delhi Weather Today Live: Temperature is expected to be around 40 degrees Celcius

  Delhi Weather Today Live: IMD scientist Dr Naresh Kumar told ANI, “We had issued a red alert for Punjab, Haryana, Delhi NCR, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar on Tuesday, but on Wednesday conditions have improved. There has been rainfall activity in Bihar. For Punjab, Haryana and Delhi-NCR, we have issued an orange alert but for West Uttar Pradesh we have issued a red alert for the next 2 days. In Delhi-NCR, the temperature is expected to be around 40 degrees Celcius. Monsoon is expected to hit Delhi-NCR around June 30.”

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 08:48 AM

  Weather Today News Live: Drastic fall in rainfall in tea districts

  Weather Today News Live: Data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reveals a drastic reduction in rainfall from March 1 to May 31, with West Bengal’s major tea districts experiencing a 50% to 80% decrease and Assam seeing a 10% to 30% shortfall compared to historical norms for these months.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 08:47 AM

  Weather Today News Live: North India’s tea industry faces major production slump amid extreme weather

  Weather Today News Live: The Tea Association of India has raised concerns over the significant reduction in tea production across North India, blaming the crisis on severe drought and excessive heat during the current cropping season.

  In a press release, the association estimated a cumulative drop of around 60 million kilograms in production by the end of June 2024 compared to the same period last year.

  These adverse weather conditions have not only reduced tea yields but also led to a significant liquidity crisis, potentially threatening the industry’s future viability.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:56 AM

  Weather Today News Live: Conditions favourable for Southwest Monsoon

  Weather Today News Live: Conditions are now favourable for the further advancement of Southwest Monsoon, which had stalled between June 12 and 18, prolonging the wait for rains in north India, where people are suffering from the sweltering heat.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:28 AM

  Weather Today News Live: Light rainfall in Delhi soon

  Weather Today News Live: Light to moderate rain and winds at 20-30 km/h are expected over parts of North, North-East, North-West, West, and Central Delhi, as well as in NCR areas including Loni Dehat, Hindon AF Station, Bahadurgarh, Ghaziabad, Indirapuram, Chhapraula, Sonipat, Rohtak, Kharkhoda (Haryana), Bagpat, Khekra, Modinagar, and Pilakhua (UP) over the next 2 hours, according to the India Meteorological Department.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:01 AM

  Weather Today News Live: Nadda reviews heatwave situation

  Weather Today News Live: Union health minister JP Nadda reviewed the heatwave situation and the readiness of central government hospitals. He directed the establishment of special heatwave units in these hospitals.

  In an advisory to states, the Union health ministry instructed health facilities to prepare for heatwave conditions. State Nodal Officers under the National Programme for Climate Change and Human Health (NPCCHH) were asked to start submitting daily reports on heatstroke cases and deaths, as well as total deaths from March 1, 2024.

  The advisory also called for maintaining a digital list of suspected and confirmed heatstroke cases and deaths at health facilities, and for investigating suspected heat-related deaths by a medical officer or epidemiologist.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:53 AM

  Weather Today News Live: Satellite imagery shows rain forecast

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:37 AM

  Weather Today News Live: Delhi hospitals see spike in heat stroke cases

  Weather Today News Live: At the Centre-run RML Hospital, 22 patients were admitted in the last two days, with five deaths and 12 on ventilator support.

  Safdarjung Hospital reported 60 heat stroke cases, with 42 admitted patients and six deaths, including a 60-year-old woman and a 50-year-old man who died on Tuesday.

  LNJP Hospital reported four deaths due to suspected heat stroke in the last two days.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:37 AM

  Weather Today News Live: Heat stroke cases rise

  Weather Today News Live: In the national capital, hospitals have seen a surge in heat stroke and heat exhaustion cases, with several deaths reported in the last two days.

  Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 43.6 degrees Celsius, over four degrees above normal, and a minimum temperature of 35.2 degrees Celsius, the highest in June since 1969.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:06 AM

  Weather Today News Live: Western disturbance to provide temporary relief to North India

  Weather Today News Live: A western disturbance may provide much-needed relief to North India, though only marginally, over the next few days, predicted the India Meteorological Department.

• Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:02 AM

  Weather Today News Live: Gusty winds bring respite from heat in Delhi

  Weather Today News Live:

  • Gusty Winds: Maximum gusty winds were recorded at 52 kmph at Pitampura, Salwan Public School (East Delhi), and Ujwa. Other locations recorded gusts as follows: Pragati Maidan at 50 kmph, Jafarpur at 46 kmph, and IGNOU at 43 kmph.

  • Palam Airport: Wind speeds reached 48 kmph between between 11:00pm and 11:30pm, causing visibility to drop from 4,000m at 11pm to 1,500m, before improving to 2,500m by 11:30pm. At Palam Airport, the temperature fell by 7°C within an hour, from 38°C at 10:30pm to 31°C at 11:30pm.

  • Safdarjung Temperature: The temperature at Safdarjung was 38°C at 11:30pm on June 18 and dropped to 32.6°C at 11:30pm on June 19, showing a decrease of 5.4°C over 24 hours.