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India faces dual crisis: heatwaves and flooding NEW DELHI: The recent heat wave in India has resulted in the loss of over 100 lives, while thousands of people have been severely affected by the extreme weather conditions. According to Reuters, there have been more than 40,000 suspected cases of heatstroke this summer. The extreme weather is part of a broader pattern impacting billions of people in Asia. Scientists largely attribute these conditions to human-induced climate change. In one of the lengthiest heatwaves on record, the northern region of the country has experienced temperatures reaching nearly 50 degrees Celsius. The state most impacted is Uttar Pradesh, with 37 reported deaths. Bihar, Rajasthan, and Odisha also reported significant deaths, according to the data collected by the National Centre for Disease Control (NDC) under the National Heat-Related Illness and Death Surveillance. J P Nadda, the Health Minister of India, has instructed officials to conduct regular visits to government hospitals to ensure that specific arrangements are in place for patients affected by heat waves. In line with Minister Nadda's directives, the health ministry has issued an advisory to the state health department regarding the 'Heat Wave Season 2024'. The North Eastern part of the country is currently grappling with intense floods due to heavy rainfall. In Assam, floods and landslides brought on by continuous rain, have led to further loss of life. In Assam, more than 1,60,000 people have been affected by the floods with water levels in the River Kopili surpassing the danger mark. Since the end of May, over 30 people have died in the state due to floods and landslides.

India faces dual crisis: heatwaves and flooding

NEW DELHI: The recent heat wave in India has resulted in the loss of over…

DISPUR, Assam: With continuous rain affecting the whole region of the North East, the flood situation in Assam is likely to worsen after Bhutan has released excess water from the Kurichhu Hydropower Plant reservoir in Kuricchu River. Rivers in lower Assam, the Kaladiya, and Pahumara Rivers are flowing above the danger level due to the release of excess water. A recent report released by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) stated that the current floods have affected 37,535 people in 13 districts across the state. Around 25,275 individuals have been affected in the district of Lakhimpur alone. The state government has issued warnings and instructions over SMS and through TV alerting people about the weather and has set up 25 relief camps in seven districts.

Assam amidst flood havoc: Situation to worsen after Bhutan releases excess dam water

DISPUR, Assam: With continuous rain affecting the whole region of the North East, the flood…