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Heat Grips Northern India as Assam Floods, U.S. Rebounds and U.K. Nears 21°C

Forecasters warn of a pattern likely to strain health and power systems.

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Overview

  • India’s weather office, which updated its outlook Tuesday, kept heatwave alerts in place through April 24–25 for parts of Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha and adjoining regions with many highs near 41–45°C. IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said the country is likely to see more heatwave days than usual this season, and local forecasts for Delhi call for 41–44°C this week under clear skies.
  • State authorities have activated heat plans, with Uttar Pradesh prioritizing power supply for soaring demand, setting up water points and health camps, and preparing dedicated treatment for heatstroke patients.
  • Assam continued to face very heavy rain and flooding, including in Guwahati, where state disaster officials reported one death and widespread inundation that stranded traffic and cut power in several areas.
  • Across the Atlantic, U.S. forecasters noted early‑week freeze and frost inland followed by a midweek warmup into the 60s–80s with weekend shower chances, while U.K. guidance points to a mainly dry warm spell under high pressure with highs rising toward 19–21°C by late week.