Multiple fatalities reported in New Delhi due to intense heatwave conditions
In scorching temps exceeding 50 degrees Celsius during the day and 30 degrees at night, India endures a severe heatwave, as stated in a recent article by "Times of India". At least 52 unfortunate souls have succumbed to the excessive heat in the capital, New Delhi, within the past few days, primarily the homeless and underprivileged working outside.
This summer has seen India break temperature records, reporting approximately 40,000 suspected heat stroke cases and over 110 fatalities from March to June 18th. The surrounding areas of New Delhi hit an astonishing new high of 52.3 degrees at the end of May. New Delhi experienced its warmest night in over half a century with a temperature of 32.5 degrees on a Wednesday night.
An editorial in "The Hindu" newspaper stated that a prolonged summer should be considered a natural disaster, given the ongoing water shortage and record electricity demand. The Health Ministry encouraged federal and state governments to prioritize prompt medical care for patients. Hospitals were ordered to allocate additional beds to accommodate the influx of patients.
Meanwhile, billions of people across Asia face unbearable heat this summer, with experts pointing to human-induced climate change as a contributing factor to this increased trend.
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The extreme weather conditions, including the ongoing heatwave, have been linked to climate change, affecting not just India but billions of people across Asia. The International community is closely monitoring the situation in New Delhi, where the death toll from the heatwave has reached 52 in recent days. The vulnerable sections of society, such as the homeless and underprivileged workers, have been severely impacted by the heat hazards, with over 110 heat stroke cases reported since March. The Health Ministry in India has urged all levels of government to prioritize medical care for affected individuals, as the scorching temperatures continue to pose serious health risks.
