Team Blitz India
NEW DELHI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned of soaring temperatures in states and issued red alert in Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Odisha. Such weather is likely to continue till May 2 before abating.
The IMD on April 30 said that areas under the red alert are at risk of heat-related illnesses and heatstroke, prompting government authorities to urge extreme caution among residents.
The IMD also issued an orange alert for sub-Himalayan West Bengal, coastal Andhra Pradesh & Yanam, Telangana, interior Karnataka, and Jharkhand.
In regions under orange alert, people are advised to avoid prolonged exposure to heat or engage in heavy physical activities outdoors.
With parts of the country grappling with scorching heat, government agencies have issued health advisories and some regions have such suspended educational classes.
