Heatwave

Syllabus: Disaster Management Source:  NIE  Context: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast 10–12 heatwave days in northwest India this summer, nearly double the usual average of 5–6 days. A recent study found that many Indian cities lack long-term strategies in their Heat Action Plans (HAPs) to address rising heat stress. About Heatwaves: Temperature Threshold: …

Heat Dome

GS Paper 1  Syllabus: Geomorphology   Source: DTE  Context: ‘Heat domes’ have been associated with recent unusually warm periods in the USA. Previously, it had also caused heat waves in India, Bangladesh, China and some other Asian countries.   Steps to mitigate Heat Domes’ impact:   Insta Links Heat Dome   Mains Links: “Rising temperatures, …