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Chhattisgarh Sizzles at 43°C as IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Heat Wave

A severe heat wave has gripped Chhattisgarh, with Raipur recording temperatures above 43 degrees Celsius, prompting the IMD to issue a yellow alert for the central region. Meteorologist Dr Gayatri Vani warns the intense heat, which has spiked 3-4 degrees in a week, is likely to persist for several more days. The IMD's broader advisory forecasts heat wave conditions for isolated pockets of Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Odisha, and Jharkhand over the coming days. Authorities advise the public to minimize outdoor activities between noon and 4 PM and increase fluid intake to cope with the dangerous conditions.

Key Points: IMD Yellow Alert: Chhattisgarh Heat Wave Crosses 43°C

  • Raipur temperature crosses 43°C
  • IMD issues yellow alert for Central Chhattisgarh
  • Heat wave likely in MP, Vidarbha, Odisha, Jharkhand
  • Public advised to avoid noon outdoor activities
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Heat wave crosses 43°C, IMD issues yellow alert in Chhattisgarh

IMD issues a yellow alert as a severe heat wave hits Chhattisgarh, with Raipur crossing 43°C. Get the forecast and safety advisories for multiple states.

"The temperature has risen from 3-4 degrees in the last week. The situation is expected to prevail for more than three days. - Dr Gayatri Vani"

Raipur, April 18

A heat wave-like situation continues to prevail across Chhattisgarh, with the temperature in Raipur crossing 43°C, causing intense heat conditions across several parts of the state, as the India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Central Chhattisgarh amid rising temperatures.

According to meteorologists, the state has witnessed a significant rise in temperature over the past week, intensifying heat stress conditions. Meteorologist Dr Gayatri Vani said the region has recorded a notable increase in temperature levels and cautioned that the prevailing heat conditions are likely to persist for the next few days.

"The temperature has risen from 3-4 degrees in the last week. The situation is expected to prevail for more than three days," she said.

Dr Vani further informed that the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Central Chhattisgarh due to rising heat conditions. She added that some relief is expected after a few days, but only a slight drop in temperature is likely.

"A slight drop in maximum temperatures is expected after three days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Central Chhattisgarh. The public is advised to minimise outdoor activities between 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM and increase fluid intake," she said.

Meanwhile, the IMD has issued a broader weather advisory covering several states witnessing heatwave and humid conditions across the country.

According to IMD, heat wave conditions are very likely in isolated pockets of Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, and Chhattisgarh during April 18-19. Odisha is likely to experience heat wave conditions from April 18 to 20, while Jharkhand may face similar conditions between April 19 and 21. Parts of Marathwada, Madhya Maharashtra, Rayalaseema, and Telangana are also likely to be affected on April 18.

In addition, hot and humid weather conditions are expected in Odisha from April 18 to 23, Gangetic West Bengal from April 19 to 23, Coastal Karnataka and Tamil Nadu from April 18 to 21, and Kerala, Mahe, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Yanam from April 18 to 19.

The IMD has also warned of warm night conditions in isolated pockets of Odisha between April 18 and 20, advising people to take necessary precautions and avoid prolonged exposure to extreme heat during peak hours.

- ANI

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Priya S
Please, everyone, follow the IMD advisory. Stay hydrated, wear cotton clothes, and avoid going out in the afternoon. My father is a farmer and it's very tough for him to work in these conditions. Jai Johar to all my Chhattisgarh brothers and sisters.
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Aman W
Respectfully, a yellow alert is not enough. We need proactive measures - setting up public cooling centers, distributing ORS packets, and ensuring water tankers in vulnerable areas. The forecast shows it's a pan-India issue. Authorities must act now.
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Sarah B
I'm visiting family here from Canada. The heat is absolutely intense and unlike anything I've experienced. The local advice to stay indoors between noon and 4 PM is crucial. Everyone is being so helpful in explaining how to cope.
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Karthik V
This is climate change in action, yaar. Every year the summer is starting earlier and getting hotter. We need to seriously think about water conservation and planting more trees in our cities. My society has started a rooftop garden initiative.
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Nisha Z
Thinking of all the street vendors, auto-rickshaw drivers, and construction workers who have no choice but to be out in this heat. Can local NGOs or corporations organize camps to provide them with buttermilk and shade? Every little bit helps.

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