Telangana Heatwave: Orange Alert in 22 Districts
Hyderabad Weather Centre Issues Orange Alert as Heat Intensifies in Telangana
Temperatures cross 40°C in multiple districts
The Hyderabad Meteorological Centre has issued an orange alert across several districts in Telangana following a sharp rise in temperatures. According to the latest update, maximum temperatures exceeded 40°C in 22 districts on Sunday.
The prevailing heat conditions have led to intense discomfort, with people facing severe heat and humidity across the state.
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Highest temperatures were recorded in several districts
Among the districts, the highest temperature of 41.8°C was recorded in Karakagudem of the Bhadradri Kothagudem district. Jagityal and Mancherial reported 41.6°C each.
Kumuram Bheem Asifabad and Peddapalli recorded 41.5°C, while Mulugu and Nizamabad registered 41.4°C. Nalgonda recorded a maximum temperature of 41.3°C.
Other districts also report high temperatures
The Meteorological Centre stated that the remaining districts recorded temperatures below 40°C. However, the overall trend indicates a consistent rise in heat levels across Telangana.
The conditions have resulted in widespread heat stress, particularly during daytime hours.
Orange alert issued for affected regions
In view of the high temperatures, the Hyderabad Weather Centre has issued orange alerts for the affected districts. The alert indicates the likelihood of continued heatwave conditions.
Authorities have urged caution as temperatures remain significantly above normal levels.
Heat conditions are likely to persist
The weather department has indicated that the current heat conditions are expected to continue for the next four days. No immediate relief from the rising temperatures has been forecast.
Residents are experiencing prolonged exposure to high temperatures and humidity during this period.
Context
Summer conditions have intensified across Telangana earlier than usual, with multiple districts already reporting temperatures above 40°C. The latest advisory highlights the need for precautionary measures as heat levels remain elevated.
