Heatwave alert for five districts in Jammu region
In Kashmir, the weather is expected to remain pleasant
The Meteorological department on Sunday issued a heatwave alert for five districts of the Jammu region. The weather is expected to remain pleasant in the rest of the union territory over the next five days.
“Hot and dry weather is likely to continue in Jammu, Kathua, Samba, Reasi and Udhampur districts during the next two days with heat wave conditions at a few places on 26-27 April,” an Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) official said. The official noted that people should avoid heat exposure during peak hours and advised them to stay hydrated.
In Kashmir, the weather is expected to remain pleasant and dry with the possibility of light rain at some places over the next 48 hours.
“One or two spells of light rain or thunder may occur at many places with gusty winds or hailstorm at a few places towards evening on April 27 and 28.
The weather will be generally dry on April 29 and 30,” he added.
Meanwhile, a persistent heatwave gripped the Jammu plains, with temperatures staying well above normal, as Sunday saw water bodies and picnic spots witness a heavy turnout of residents seeking relief from the heat.
Jammu recorded a high of 39.4 degrees Celsius (3.7 degrees Celsius above normal) and a low of 23.3 degrees Celsius (0.9 degrees Celsius above average), a Meteorological Department spokesperson said. Katra, the base camp for pilgrims visiting Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Reasi district, was the second-hottest recorded place with a maximum of 35.8 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 19.6 degrees Celsius, he said.
