Source: IANS

As the heatwave sweeping across Gujarat intensified, the Meteorological Department here issued severe weather warnings, advising residents to take precautions. 

The Meteorological Department has predicted that the heatwave in Ahmedabad will persist until May 25, prompting authorities to issue alerts in multiple districts. Residents have been advised to stay indoors, hydrated, and avoid strenuous activities during peak heat hours.

The current heatwave, driven by anti-cyclonic circulation, has increased temperatures all across the state.

The temperature in Himmatnagar was 45.6℃, Surendranagar 45.4℃, Ahmedabad 45.2℃, Vadodara 45℃, Rajkot 45℃, Gandhinagar 45℃, Chotaudepur 44.1℃, Bhavnagar 44℃, Dahod 44℃, Deesa 43℃, Bhuj 42.6℃, Surat 42℃ and Narmada 42℃.

The intense heat has made it difficult for people to venture outdoors, even in the morning. As a result, daily routines and activities have been severely affected.

The Ahmedabad police have reported an increase in calls to emergency services, with 108 receiving 80 calls related to heat-related illnesses in the past 20 days. Hospitals are also seeing a surge in patients.

(This story was taken from a syndicated feed, and edited only for style by Gujarat Samachar Digital staff)

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