Heatwave alert in Maharashtra till April 20; Akola hottest at 44.2°C
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चर्चा में क्यों
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued heatwave alerts for six states, including Maharashtra, as Akola recorded a peak temperature of 44.2°C.
पृष्ठभूमि
The IMD issued alerts for six states with expected temperature rises of 1-2°C over three days. The Maharashtra Government implemented SOPs to regulate working hours during peak heat.
प्रीलिम्स के लिए तथ्य
- तथ्यAkola district recorded the highest temperature of 44.2°C.
- संस्थाIMD (India Meteorological Department) is the body responsible for issuing heatwave alerts.
- स्थानHeatwave alerts were issued for six states including Maharashtra.
- तथ्यExpected temperature rise is 1-2°C over a three-day period.
मेन्स के लिए
Q. Discuss the impact of rapid urbanization and infrastructure development on the urban heat island effect in Indian cities. Suggest measures to mitigate rising temperatures.
उत्तर के आयाम
- Urban heat island: Concrete expansion and reduced canopy cover increasing local temperatures
- Policy intervention: Regulatory measures like adjusting working hours during peak heat
- Climate adaptation: Integration of heat-resilient infrastructure in urban planning
कीवर्ड: Urban Heat Island · Climate Adaptation · SOPs · Meteorological Vigilance · Sustainable Urbanization
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