Heat Wave Alert: Stay Safe! Maharashtra to Face Intense Heat; Rain Likely on April 18–19
Pune | Correspondent: Temperatures across Maharashtra are steadily rising, with Akola recording the highest temperature in the state. The Meteorological Department has warned that April 17 could be the hottest day of the month, as a heat wave is expected to affect large parts of the state over the next four days.
Cities including Pune are likely to witness a daily increase of 1–2°C in temperature. However, some relief is expected on April 18 and 19, with forecasts indicating light rainfall and cloudy conditions in certain regions.
🔥 Districts Likely to Experience Heat Wave
April 16:
Solapur, Sangli, Sindhudurg, Ratnagiri, Raigad, Thane, Mumbai, Palghar, Parbhani, Hingoli, Jalna, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Akola, Amravati, Wardha
April 17:
Jalgaon, Ahilyanagar, Amravati, Akola, Buldhana, Jalna, Beed, Solapur, Sangli, Satara, Parbhani, Nanded, Hingoli, Yavatmal, Chandrapur, Wardha
April 18:
Jalgaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna, Akola, Amravati, Nagpur, Wardha, Yavatmal, Chandrapur, Hingoli, Parbhani, Nanded, Dharashiv, Solapur
☀️ How to Stay Safe During a Heat Wave
- Drink water frequently, even if you’re not thirsty
- Cover your head, face, and neck while stepping out
- Include water-rich fruits like watermelon, cucumber, and oranges in your diet
- Keep your home cool using curtains, fans, and damp cloths
- Wear light, loose, cotton clothing
- Use umbrellas, hats, and sunglasses outdoors
- Consume ORS, buttermilk, lemon water, and traditional cooling drinks
⚠️ What to Avoid
- Avoid alcohol, tea, coffee, and sugary or carbonated drinks
- Do not step out between 12 pm and 3 pm
- Avoid heavy physical activity in the heat
- Refrain from eating stale or heavy food
- Avoid dark, tight, or thick clothing
- Do not walk barefoot outdoors
The Meteorological Department has urged citizens to take precautions and stay safe during the ongoing heat wave conditions.
