Maharashtra Weather Update: IMD Issues Critical Heatwave Warning for March
Maharashtra Govt Issues SOPs To Protect Amid Rising Heatwave Risks
Mumbai, March 8: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a critical warning regarding rising temperatures in Maharashtra, predicting a significant increase in both maximum and minimum temperatures during March. This follows an exceptionally hot February, where Pune recorded its highest temperature in 125 years.
Rising Heat Across the State
Across the state and the country, temperatures have been steadily rising. A weather phenomenon known as an anticyclonic condition has disrupted the cold winds from the north, making the heatwave feel more intense this year.
In February, Pune recorded a maximum temperature of 39°C, breaking a 125-year-old record. Similarly, Solapur and Ratnagiri recorded 38°C, while Sangli, Satara, Osmanabad, and Akola registered a maximum temperature of 37°C.
Temperature Records Across Major Cities:
- Mumbai: Max – 35.3°C, Min – 21.5°C
- Nagpur: Max – 34.2°C, Min – 13.9°C
- Nashik: Max – 36.6°C, Min – 12.4°C
- Kolhapur: Max – 36.0°C, Min – 19.7°C
- Solapur: Max – 38.0°C, Min – 19.8°C
- Ratnagiri: Max – 38.1°C, Min – 16.2°C
- Satara: Max – 37.0°C, Min – 15.0°C
- Sangli: Max – 37.4°C, Min – 17.4°C
- Malegaon: Max – 34.0°C, Min – 14.0°C
- Jalgaon: Max – 34.3°C, Min – 9.8°C
- Parbhani: Max – 35.4°C, Min – 14.1°C
- Akola: Max – 36.5°C, Min – 14.6°C
On average, maximum temperatures in many districts, including Pune, have risen by 2.6°C compared to normal levels. Weather experts warn that if this trend continues, it could become a serious concern.
Impact of Climate Change
With rising temperatures in March, the risk of heat-related illnesses is increasing. Health experts have advised people to take precautions against heat exposure to prevent dehydration, heat exhaustion, and other related conditions.
Globally, rising temperatures are a direct impact of climate change, and despite having scientific knowledge, the challenge remains on how to effectively control it.
