Today’s Current Affairs bring alarming news as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave warning for North India. Delhi sizzles at a scorching 47.4 degrees Celsius, marking it as the hottest place in the country. Parts of Tamil Nadu, on the other hand, have seen relief with moderate rainfall. The forecast predicts severe heatwave conditions in Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi until May 21, with heatwave conditions also expected in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Additionally, heavy rainfall warnings have been issued for various regions in the upcoming days. Stay updated with the latest weather updates and precautions to stay safe during this extreme weather.
**Heatwave Alerts**
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**1. What regions in India are under a heatwave warning from the IMD?**
– A. Maharashtra
– B. Uttar Pradesh
– C. Tamil Nadu
– D. Karnataka
Answer: B. Uttar Pradesh
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**2. Which area in Delhi recorded the highest temperature in the country according to the IMD?**
– A. Najafgarh
– B. Chandni Chowk
– C. Connaught Place
– D. Lajpat Nagar
Answer: A. Najafgarh
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**3. In which state did Una experience its hottest day of the season with temperatures reaching 43.2 degrees Celsius?**
– A. Himachal Pradesh
– B. Rajasthan
– C. Punjab
– D. Haryana
Answer: A. Himachal Pradesh
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**4. According to the IMD, which regions are likely to experience heatwave conditions until May 21?**
– A. Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep
– B. Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal
– C. Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi
– D. Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, Telangana
Answer: C. Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi
What warning did the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issue for North India?
The IMD issued a heatwave warning for Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh for the next five days. Heatwave conditions were also predicted in Madhya Pradesh and Bihar for the next four days.
How hot did Delhi get and what was the hottest place in the country?
Delhi recorded a temperature of 47.4 degrees Celsius in the Najafgarh area, making it the hottest place in the country at that time. Una in Himachal Pradesh also experienced extreme heat, reaching 43.2 degrees Celsius.
What kind of weather has Tamil Nadu been experiencing recently?
Parts of Tamil Nadu have been experiencing moderate rainfall following intense summer heat. Several districts received significant rainfall, and there was a warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall in certain areas.
What were the maximum temperatures recorded in various regions according to the IMD’s forecast?
The IMD reported soaring temperatures ranging from 43°C to 46°C in Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Maharashtra, and other regions. Heatwave to severe heatwave conditions were expected to continue in several pockets until specific dates.
What rainfall predictions were made by the IMD for different regions?
The IMD predicted light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in various regions including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Assam, and other states. Some areas were expected to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall until certain dates.
Today's current affairs bring the news of a heatwave warning issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for North India. Delhi recorded a scorching temperature of 47.4 degrees Celsius in Najafgarh, making it the hottest place in the country. Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh's Una also experienced extreme heat with temperatures reaching 43.2 degrees Celsius. On the other hand, parts of Tamil Nadu saw relief from the heat with moderate rainfall, with some districts receiving up to 7 cm of rain. The IMD has forecasted heatwave conditions in several states, including Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar, for the next few days. Additionally, rainfall predictions have been made for various regions, with some areas expected to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall. Stay tuned for more updates on the changing weather conditions.
