<p>Kalaburagi: With the temperature rising upto 45 degrees Celsius, there has been no respite for the people of Kalyana Karnataka region from severe heatwave conditions.</p><p>All the districts in the region are experiencing heatwaves. More than 44 degrees Celsius temperature has been recorded in Yadgir, Raichur and Bidar districts. Indian Meteorological Department claimed that the severity of heatwaves is comparatively higher this time, and it will rise further in several parts of the region.</p><p>Dabaka village in Kamalapur taluk of Bidar district has recorded a maximum temperature of 45 degrees Celsius, while Halburga village in Bhalki taluk has recorded 44.7 degrees Celsius. Kodli village in Kalagi taluk of Kalaburagi district has recorded 44.9 degrees Celsius. Such is the intensity of the summer that by 10:00 am, hot water runs from the taps.</p><p>However, few parts of the region have received untimely rain for around half-an-hour, bringing some respite to the people, who have been bearing the brunt of the sweltering heat. “Many parts of the Kalyana Karnataka region have recorded high temperatures, which is normally witnessed during May. There is a rise in temperature due to the plain land as farmers have completed harvesting their crops. Reduction in the temperature and heatwave is expected only after May 15”, Bidar Agriculture Research Station’s India Meteorological Department technical officer Basavaraj Biradar said.</p><p><strong>Livestock worst affected</strong> </p><p>Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC) has predicted a two to four degrees Celsius increase in maximum temperature for the next five days in many parts of the region. The livestock in rural areas is the worst affected due to high temperatures. Sheep, goats, cows, and stray dogs could be seen seeking shelter under trees or other shade to avoid the heat. </p><p>People prefer drinking cold water, fresh fruit juices and tender coconuts. Many makeshift stalls have been set up on the streets to sell fruits and juices. The price of watermelon and tender coconut has increased with the rising demand. However, with no option left, people are purchasing them.</p><p>Health officials have advised people to avoid going out between 12 noon and 3 pm to minimise the impact during the heatwave and to prevent serious ailments because of heat stroke. </p><p>Pointing out that heat wave conditions can result in physiological strain, they stated that people should avoid strenuous activities when the outside temperature is high. They also advised to drink more water, ORS, and other homemade drinks, which help rehydrate the body.</p>
<p>Kalaburagi: With the temperature rising upto 45 degrees Celsius, there has been no respite for the people of Kalyana Karnataka region from severe heatwave conditions.</p><p>All the districts in the region are experiencing heatwaves. More than 44 degrees Celsius temperature has been recorded in Yadgir, Raichur and Bidar districts. Indian Meteorological Department claimed that the severity of heatwaves is comparatively higher this time, and it will rise further in several parts of the region.</p><p>Dabaka village in Kamalapur taluk of Bidar district has recorded a maximum temperature of 45 degrees Celsius, while Halburga village in Bhalki taluk has recorded 44.7 degrees Celsius. Kodli village in Kalagi taluk of Kalaburagi district has recorded 44.9 degrees Celsius. Such is the intensity of the summer that by 10:00 am, hot water runs from the taps.</p><p>However, few parts of the region have received untimely rain for around half-an-hour, bringing some respite to the people, who have been bearing the brunt of the sweltering heat. “Many parts of the Kalyana Karnataka region have recorded high temperatures, which is normally witnessed during May. There is a rise in temperature due to the plain land as farmers have completed harvesting their crops. Reduction in the temperature and heatwave is expected only after May 15”, Bidar Agriculture Research Station’s India Meteorological Department technical officer Basavaraj Biradar said.</p><p><strong>Livestock worst affected</strong> </p><p>Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC) has predicted a two to four degrees Celsius increase in maximum temperature for the next five days in many parts of the region. The livestock in rural areas is the worst affected due to high temperatures. Sheep, goats, cows, and stray dogs could be seen seeking shelter under trees or other shade to avoid the heat. </p><p>People prefer drinking cold water, fresh fruit juices and tender coconuts. Many makeshift stalls have been set up on the streets to sell fruits and juices. The price of watermelon and tender coconut has increased with the rising demand. However, with no option left, people are purchasing them.</p><p>Health officials have advised people to avoid going out between 12 noon and 3 pm to minimise the impact during the heatwave and to prevent serious ailments because of heat stroke. </p><p>Pointing out that heat wave conditions can result in physiological strain, they stated that people should avoid strenuous activities when the outside temperature is high. They also advised to drink more water, ORS, and other homemade drinks, which help rehydrate the body.</p>
