May 30, 2024 12:30:00Temperature in India's capital Delhi hits record high of 52.9 degrees CelsiusIt has been revealed that a record heat wave occurred in India from late May 2024, with the capital Delhi recording the highest temperature ever recorded at 52.9 degrees Celsius. PRESS RELEASE: TEMPERATURE OVER DELHI(PDF file)According to the India Meteorological Department, heatwave warnings have been issued over a wide area since late May 2024, with some areas reaching 50 degrees Celsius. Reuters reported that 'Mungeshpur's streets were deserted and most shops were closed as people stayed indoors to avoid the heat.' In some areas, schools have been closed for up to a week after reports of students fainting at school. The India Meteorological Department warned that 'heatstroke and heat exhaustion are highly likely in people of all ages, with children and the elderly being particularly urged to take precautions.'
