Gujarat is reeling under an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring above normal. The advisory comes with detailed forecasts, especially highlighting vulnerable regions.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a seven-day weather alert for Gujarat, Diu, Daman and, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, warning of heat and dusty conditions.
The advisory comes with detailed forecasts, especially highlighting vulnerable regions.
The state has proactively implemented a comprehensive Heat Action Plan (HAP) to control heat-related ailments, including early warning systems, public awareness campaigns, and coordination with local health agencies, readying them for quick medical response for heat stroke and dehydration cases.
District administrations have been directed to set up cooling centres, ensure availability of drinking water at public places, and advise schools and workplaces to adjust outdoor activities during peak heat hours.
The forecast predicts that on April 19 and 20, Rajkot and Kutch will likely see heat wave conditions and dust-raising winds over Saurashtra-Kutch and North Gujarat, with wind speeds of 20 to 30 kmph. The state will continue to see dry weather throughout the week.
The advisory comes with detailed forecasts, especially highlighting vulnerable regions.
Hot and muggy weather is expected to cause discomfort in coastal locations between April 22 and 24. Under clear skies, Ahmedabad’s maximum temperatures are predicted to be around 43 degrees Celsius, with no immediate respite in sight. Parts of Kutch have been experiencing heatwave conditions over the past 24 hours, with Thursday’s high temperature of 44.6 degrees Celsius at Kandla Airport being the highest in Gujarat. With 43.3 degrees, Surendranagar came in second, followed by Rajkot with 42.9 and Amreli with 42.5. At 41.8 degrees and 41.0 degrees, respectively, Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar continued to be in the extreme heat zone.
The advisory comes with detailed forecasts, especially highlighting vulnerable regions.
With maximum temperatures of 41.4 and 40.2 degrees Celsius, respectively, Bhuj and Deesa trailed closely behind, indicating that the state was experiencing widespread heat.
Cities like Daman and Diu reported high relative humidity levels (82% and 72% in the morning, respectively), which added to the discomfort in coastal areas. Humidity levels varied greatly.
The dry heat was exacerbated in inland locations like Rajkot and Bhuj, which reported comparatively lower evening humidity levels. Overall, there was no rainfall, which highlights the current dry season even more.
