Rain and thunderstorms lashed Hyderabad today, bringing much-needed relief to the city, which was reeling under a heatwave for some time.Many X users took to the platform to share videos and pictures of the rain. Some even said that there were hailstorms in certain places. However, some complained about waterlogging and traffic jams after the … Read more
Durian season usually lasts from March until June, but the soaring temperatures – which in her province have hovered around 40 degrees Celsius for weeks – and subsequent drought have shortened the harvest. Busaba said the heat causes the durian, which is graduated by weight and size, to ripen faster so it does not grow … Read more
New Delhi: Rayalseema region of Andhra Pradesh and parts of Odisha were in the grip of a sizzling heat wave on Sunday, with Nandyal recording its maximum temperature at 45.6 degrees Celsius which was 4.6 notches above the season’s normal. The mercury touched 45.3 degrees Celsius in Mangapet in Telangana and 45.2 degrees in Kurnool … Read more
PETALING JAYA: All parties have been urged to join hands in an effort to deal with risks stemming from global climate change. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) vice chairman Manivanan Gowin said based on a study by the International Labour Organisation (ILO), the impact of climate change has led to about 70% … Read more
New Delhi: A searing heatwave gripped parts of India on Saturday, with maximum temperatures ranging from 40 degrees Celsius to 46 degrees Celsius in many areas. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), heatwave to severe heatwave conditions prevailed in Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Gangetic West Bengal during the day. This ongoing heatwave affecting parts … Read more
New Delhi: The Centre will soon issue an advisory to chief secretaries of all states and union territories asking them to direct industries and employers under their jurisdiction to make enough provisions for workers’ welfare during heatwave days expected this summer, a senior government official told ET. The advisory follows a home ministry directive after … Read more
JUBA, South Sudan — South Sudan’s government on Tuesday said schools will reopen next week following a two-week closure due to extreme heat across the country. The health and education ministries said temperatures were expected to steadily drop with the rainy season set to begin in the coming days. South Sudan in recent years has … Read more
PETALING JAYA: A total of eight localities in Peninsular Malaysia are now under Level 2 heatwave. According to the latest advisory from MetMalaysia, the whole of Perlis is under Level 2 heatwave, as well as parts of Kedah and Perak. The areas are Kubang Pasu, Padang Terap, Pokok Sena, Sik, Hulu Perak, Baling and Kota … Read more
For the ninth straight month, Earth has obliterated global heat records — with February, the winter as a whole and the world’s oceans setting new high-temperature marks, according to the European Union climate agency Copernicus. The latest record-breaking in this climate change-fuelled global hot streak includes sea surface temperatures that weren’t just the hottest for … Read more
Weather predictions could warm up parts of Southern Africa, with higher temperatures expected from Wednesday (21 February, 2024). Kwazulu-Natal and Gauteng can expect rising temperatures, reaching into the thirties with fuller sun. It’s a relief for many, who have battled colder weather and storms over the past few months. ALSO READ: Weather photographs take centre … Read more
