In what became a record-breaking phenomenon, on April 16 when the IMD declared a “severe heatwave”, the maximum temperatures soared to 39.7 degrees Celsius, making it the city’s hottest April day in over a decade.
In what is making for an exceptionally warm April — with the city witnessing record shattering temperatures, Mumbai has witnessed five heatwave days in the month of April so far, including a 'severe heatwave' alert sounded on April 16.
As Mumbai prepares for another heatwave, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reports that the city's increasing number of high-rise buildings is trapping heat for longer durations. IMD warns that temperatures in Mumbai set to rise in the coming days, reaching close to 40 degrees
Amid a yellow warning of hot and humid conditions, on Tuesday, the IMD's Santacruz observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 34.2 degrees Celsius, while the Colaba coastal observatory registered a maximum of 32.1 degrees Celsius
Mumbaikars are trying their best to keep themselves cool during this blazing heat, but the risk of heat-induced ailments cannot be ignored. Mid-day.com dialled
In a circular issued on April 16, the MMRDA emphasised proactive measures to ensure the well-being of construction workers amid rising temperatures and a severe heat wave alert in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
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