2024 heatwave

2024 is on track to be the hottest year ever, with heatwaves, floods, and storms causing widespread devastation. The UN and WMO urge urgent action to reduce emissions and transition to renewables to avoid worsening climate extremes.

Heatwave days in India surged to 554 in 2024, up from 230 in 2023. The government ramps up mitigation measures, including a Heat Action Plan, warnings, and community preparedness initiatives

Scientists predict 2024 will be the hottest year on record, with global temperatures likely exceeding 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels—a key climate threshold. The data highlights the urgency for action at COP29.

Rajasthan sees scorching October heat, with Churu hitting 40°C. Dry weather continues until rain relief arrives around October 7 in some areas.

Europe's summer 2024 set heat records, with severe heat stress in southeastern areas and unprecedented sea temperatures, highlighting the climate crisis.

A new report reveals the severe impact of this summer's heat waves in India, highlighting discrepancies between reported and actual heatstroke deaths.

Fifty students faint at Madhya Vidyalaya Mankaul School, Bihar, amidst rising temperatures, sparking concerns. Former Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav criticizes CM Nitish Kumar's handling of situation. Bihar battles severe heatwave with temp soaring above 44°C

IMD warns of intense heatwave across India, with southern, eastern, and central regions most affected. Delhi braces for continued rise in temperatures, relief unlikely for next five days.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) marked the onset of the first heatwave in parts of western Rajasthan on March 27.

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that 2024 might be even hotter than 2023. This is because the El Niño event