New Delhi – The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Delhi-NCR as the region continues to reel under extreme heatwave conditions, with temperatures crossing 45°C in several parts.
According to the latest bulletin issued at 2 PM, IMD upgraded its orange alert to red, indicating severe heatwave conditions will continue to prevail over Delhi and surrounding areas through Wednesday and Thursday.
“Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at many places across Delhi-NCR,” IMD stated, adding that temperatures are expected to range between 44°C and 46°C.
Temperatures Soar in the Capital
As per a PTI report, Delhi’s Safdarjung substation recorded a maximum temperature of 43.8°C, while Ayanagar registered a scorching 45.5°C — both significantly above normal for this time of year.
“Delhi-NCR is under red alert today and tomorrow, followed by an orange alert on June 13. Light rain and thunderstorms are possible on the night of June 13 due to a western disturbance, which may bring some relief,” said Dr Naresh Kumar, senior scientist at IMD, to PTI.
Heatwave Extends Across Northwest India
The heatwave is not limited to Delhi. As per the IMD bulletin, extreme conditions are “very likely at many/some places over Jammu-Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh & Delhi” from June 11 to June 14. A severe heatwave warning remains in effect for June 11 and 12.
Alongside Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Punjab have also been placed under a red alert.
Relief Expected Post June 12
Relief is likely after June 12, as a western disturbance is forecast to impact the region, bringing light rain and thunderstorms. This may lower temperatures slightly, with the red alert expected to downgrade to an orange alert.
Residents are advised to take precautions against heat-related illnesses, avoid direct sunlight during peak hours, stay hydrated, and check for further updates from the IMD.