India is currently experiencing significant weather extremes, with the IMD predicting extremely heavy rainfall in several states while heatwaves persist in regions like Uttar Pradesh and East India. This duality of weather conditions requires diverse preparedness strategies to mitigate health and safety risks.
In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have detected miles of seawater beneath Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier, a colossal ice mass often dubbed the "Doomsday Glacier" due to its potential impact on global sea levels. This discovery, highlighting the penetration of warm tidal currents as deep as 3.7 miles beneath the glacier, signifies a troubling acceleration in its melting rate.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a series of weather alerts for various parts of the country, highlighting the diverse and contrasting weather conditions expected in the coming days.
Northern India is facing a scorching heatwave, with temperatures reaching near-record highs and prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a red alert for several states. Delhi bore the brunt of the heat yesterday, recording a maximum temperature of 49.9 degrees Celsius (almost 122 degrees Fahrenheit), bordering on extreme heatwave conditions. Other states under the red alert include Punjab, Rajasthan, Haryana, and West Uttar Pradesh. Residents in these areas can expect similar scorching temperatures for the next 3-5 days.
According to a new report, climate change is linked to the scorching heatwaves we're experiencing in India. The report was published by a consortium including the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre, World Weather Attribution, and Climate Central. This report highlights the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events due to global warming.
India Meteorological Department (IMD) issues heatwave alerts for parts of India. The IMD has issued a 'red' alert for northern India, indicating severe heatwave conditions. The heatwave in northern India has been brutal, with temperatures reaching scorching highs and offering little respite. The red alert issued by the IMD signifies a very real danger of heatstroke and heat-related illnesses.
Five people have lost their lives and over 1,000 hectares of forest have been ravaged by wildfires in Uttarakhand since last November. The fires, attributed to human activity, have caused immense ecological damage.
Kerala is battling a scorching heatwave, prompting authorities to close all schools and colleges until May 6th, 2024. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted extremely high temperatures, with some areas expected to reach 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit). High humidity levels are further exacerbating the heat, making it feel even hotter.
Voting for Lok Sabha Elections 2024 is taking place today, April 26, in 13 states and union territories across the country. Today people may have to face severe heat while voting. The temperature is expected to rise today in many areas of NCR including the capital Delhi.
World Earth Day is celebrated each year on April 22nd to raise global awareness about the environment and inspire action to protect our planet. This year's theme, "Planet vs. Plastics," highlights the urgent need to combat plastic pollution, a major environmental threat.
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