Bhubaneswar: Temperature in Odisha is expected to soar, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predictions suggesting it may cross 45 degrees Celsius on April 24 and 25, particularly in Western Odisha districts, according to the prediction of the India Meteorological Department.
The temperature has started rising again after a brief respite from the heat due to thunderstorms and rain triggered by Kalabaisakhi. Several cities in Western Odisha have already recorded temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius.
As per IMD prediction, the heatwave condition is expected to intensify, with the mercury potentially rising by another 4 degrees Celsius in the coming days.
On Sunday, cities like Jharsuguda, Balangir, and Titlagarh recorded high temperatures, with Jharsuguda reaching 43.5 degrees Celsius, Balangir at 42.5 degrees Celsius, and Titlagarh at 42 degrees Celsius. Bhubaneswar recorded a temperature of 37.5 degrees Celsius, but the heat index made it feel even hotter.
According to IMD reports, Bhubaneswar experienced increased temperatures on Sunday compared to the previous day, with humidity levels above 60% throughout the day, making it feel hot and sultry.
The temperature in Bhubaneswar was 31 degrees Celsius at 8:30 am with humidity at 81%. By 11:30 am, the temperature had risen to 35.2 degrees Celsius with humidity at 67%. At 2:30 pm, the temperature was recorded at 37 degrees Celsius with humidity at 61%, contributing to the sweltering conditions in the city.
On the other hand, Ganjam, Kandhamal, Kalahandi, Nuapada, Malkangiri, Koraput, Bargarh, Nabarangapur, Nayagarh, Boudh, Balangir, and Bhadrak districts experienced thunderstorms on Sunday, accompanied by lightning and strong winds of 40-50 km/h. There were reports of two deaths due to lightning strikes in Balangir district.
