Stay informed with Today’s Current Affairs as the India Meteorological Department issues a fresh heatwave warning for the northern plains till May 21. With temperatures soaring across northern India, including Najafgarh in Delhi hitting over 47°C, it’s essential to stay updated on the severe heatwave conditions affecting various parts of the country. Let’s take a closer look at the latest updates on the ongoing heatwave situation and the special measures being taken to ensure the well-being of animals during this scorching weather.
1. Which parts of India are forecasted to have severe heatwave conditions till May 21?
– Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi
– Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Bihar, and Jharkhand
– Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha
– West Bengal, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Kerala
Answer: Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi
2. Which city recorded the season’s highest temperature at 43.2°C?
– Una
– Agra
– Chandigarh
– Barmer
Answer: Una
3. What special measures were taken to help animals at Jaipur’s Nahargarh Biological Park stay cool?
– Electro and glucose administration
– Herbivores being fed with watermelons and cucumbers
– Changing diets of animals on medical advice
– Sprinklers and coolers set up at the Kanpur Zoo
Answer: Changing diets of animals on medical advice
4. Which state recorded the maximum temperature of 44.7°C?
– Gujarat
– Rajasthan
– Punjab
– Madhya Pradesh
Answer: Gujarat
What warning did the India Meteorological Department issue?
The India Meteorological Department issued a fresh heatwave warning for the northern plains till May 21. They forecast severe heatwave conditions across northern India, including parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi, between May 17 and 21.
Which areas are likely to experience heatwave conditions according to the weather department?
The weather department said that heatwave conditions are likely to prevail in parts of Uttar Pradesh from May 17-21, in isolated pockets of Gujarat between May 17 and 21, Bihar from May 17-20, Jharkhand between May 19 and 20, north Madhya Pradesh from May 18-21, Gangetic West Bengal between May 18 and 20, and Odisha on May 20 and 21.
What were the temperature recordings in different regions during the heatwave?
Najagarh in South West Delhi recorded over 47°C, becoming the hottest place in the country. Other regions like Chandigarh, Una in Himachal Pradesh, Agra, Barmer in Rajasthan, Ayanagar in Delhi, Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh, Surendranagar in Gujarat, and Patiala in Punjab also experienced high temperatures during the heatwave.
What special measures were taken to help animals cope with the heatwave?
During the heatwave, special measures were taken to help animals at Jaipur’s Nahargarh Biological Park stay cool. The animals were given different diets and fluids to stay hydrated and cool. Sprinklers and coolers were also set up at Kanpur Zoo to provide relief to the animals from the heatwave.
Today's Current Affairs: The India Meteorological Department issued a fresh heatwave warning for the northern plains until May 21, predicting severe heatwave conditions across northern India, including parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi. Najagarh in South West Delhi recorded over 47°C, making it the hottest place in the country. Special measures are being taken to help animals stay cool at Jaipur's Nahargarh Biological Park and Kanpur Zoo amidst the relentless heatwave. Stay hydrated and take precautions during this extreme weather.
