Telangana continued to experience severe heatwave conditions for the third consecutive day on Friday, with multiple districts recording temperatures above 46 degrees Celsius. According to data from the Telangana Development Planning Society (TGDPS), Sirpur in Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district recorded the highest temperature in the state at 46.5 degrees Celsius.
Extreme Temperatures Across Districts
Several other districts also witnessed extreme heat, with Dharmapuri in Jagitial, Gangadhara in Karimnagar, Kazipet in Mancherial, Yergatla in Nizamabad, Konaraopet in Rajanna Sircilla, and Mothey in Suryapet all recording 46.4 degrees Celsius. Temperatures of 46.3 degrees Celsius were recorded in Kamalapur (Hanumakonda), Mogullapally (Bhupalapally), Khammam, Eturnagaram (Mulugu), and Khanapur (Nirmal).
Northern and Eastern Regions Under Stress
The northern and eastern parts of the state are currently under intense heat stress. Weather experts have warned that there is no immediate respite in sight, with heatwave conditions likely to persist over the next five to six days in these districts. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions against the extreme heat.
Relatively Cooler South Telangana
In contrast, south Telangana, including Hyderabad district, remained relatively comfortable. Hyderabad recorded an average temperature of 40.7 degrees Celsius, which is significantly lower than the severely affected northern districts. Cloud cover during the morning hours helped keep temperatures slightly lower in this region.
Authorities urge people to stay hydrated, avoid direct sun exposure during peak hours, and follow safety guidelines as the heatwave continues.
