The weather department has predicted that the heat wave in Ahmedabad will continue till May 25, forcing officials to issue an alert in several districts. Residents have been advised to stay indoors, stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activities during peak summer hours.

The current heatwave induced by the anti-cyclonic circulation has led to a rise in temperatures across the state.

The temperature was 45.6 degrees Celsius in Himmatnagar, 45 degrees in Surendranagar, 45.2 degrees in Ahmedabad, 45 degrees in Vadodara, 45 degrees in Rajkot, 45 degrees in Gandhinagar, 44.1 degrees in Chhotaudepur, 44 degrees in Bhavnagar, 4 degrees in Dahod, 43 degrees in Deesa. degrees, the temperature in Bhuj was 42.6 degrees, in Surat. 42 degree and Narmada 4 degree Celsius.

Due to the scorching heat, it has become difficult for people to go out even in the morning. As a result, daily routines and activities have been severely affected.

Ahmedabad Police has reported a surge in calls to emergency services with 80 calls being received related to heat-related illnesses in the last 2 days. An increase in the number of patients is also being seen in hospitals.