A severe heatwave has intensified across several states in India, including Jharkhand, Karnataka, West Bengal, Odisha, and Maharashtra, with temperatures soaring above normal levels. Many regions recorded temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, prompting authorities to issue heatwave warnings and public advisories to ensure safety.
In Jharkhand, seven districts are experiencing extreme temperatures. On Saturday, Chaibasa in West Singhbhum recorded the state's highest temperature at 41 degrees Celsius, which is 7.6 degrees above normal. Other affected areas include Daltonganj (40.7 degrees), Bokaro Thermal (40.1 degrees), and Jamshedpur (40 degrees). The state capital, Ranchi, recorded 37 degrees, 6.1 degrees above usual. Garhwa, Godda, and Pakur were also impacted by high temperatures.
