The India Meteorological Department has issued a heatwave alert for Mysuru and surrounding regions forecasting daytime temperature higher than normal.
An orange alert has also been issued which is a warning that high temperature and increased likelihood of heat illness symptoms in people who are exposed to sun for a prolonged period or engaged in heavy work. Besides, it could also be a health concern for the vulnerable people such as infants and elderly persons with chronic diseases.
The heatwave alert comes close on the heels of reports of a possible drop in maximum temperature by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius from May 7 onwards as atmospheric and weather conditions favourable for it was taking shape, as per various weather channels.
