IMD issues severe heatwave alert for parts of India
印度氣象局針對印度部分地區發布嚴重熱浪警報
As of April 2026, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued critical heatwave alerts across several states.
截至2026年4月，印度氣象局已針對多個邦發布了關鍵的熱浪警報。
Following a mild start to the month, India is now experiencing a rapid surge in temperatures, with many regions crossing the 40°C threshold.
在經歷了溫和的月初後，印度目前的氣溫正急劇攀升，許多地區已突破攝氏40度。
Meteorologists attribute this rise to clear skies and dry winds.
氣象學家將此溫升歸因於晴朗的天空與乾燥的風。
The IMD declares a heatwave when maximum temperatures hit at least 40°C in the plains, with severe conditions triggered by temperatures exceeding 45°C.
印度氣象局規定，當平原地區最高氣溫達到攝氏40度時，即宣告熱浪來襲；而氣溫超過攝氏45度時，則會引發嚴重的熱浪情勢。
With forecasts predicting a further increase of 2°C to 3°C, public health authorities are emphasizing the importance of staying hydrated and avoiding direct sunlight during peak hours.
由於預報顯示氣溫還會再升高攝氏2至3度，公共衛生當局強調，保持水分充足並在尖峰時段避免直接曝曬於陽光下至關重要。
This heat trend is part of a broader seasonal outlook indicating that India should brace for an above-normal number of heatwave days through June 2026.
此熱浪趨勢屬於一項更廣泛的季節性展望，顯示印度直到2026年6月都需為高於正常次數的熱浪天數做好準備。
Authorities are using color-coded warnings to manage the impact on public health and infrastructure, urging citizens to follow Heat Action Plans to stay safe during this period of extreme summer heat.
當局正利用顏色代碼警告來管理對公共衛生與基礎設施的影響，並敦促民眾遵循防熱行動計畫，以在這段極端夏季酷熱期中保持安全。
