Jammu/Srinagar, Heat wave conditions persisted in Kashmir on Thursday with Srinagar recording a maximum temperature of 35.7 degrees Celsius, six notches above normal and the highest in July in 25 years, officials said.
The city had recorded a maximum temperature of 37 degrees Celsius in July 1999.
Srinagar was hotter than Delhi (31.7 degrees Celsius), Kolkata (31 degrees Celsius), Mumbai (32 degrees Celsius) and Bengaluru (28 degrees Celsius).
Other parts of the Valley also witnessed scorching temperatures, with Qazigund recording a high of 32.8 degrees Celsius and Kupwara 35.2 degrees Celsius, officials said.
The Valley has experienced rising temperatures and scorching heat over the past few weeks, leading to water shortages in many areas.
The health department has issued advisories to deal with heat wave conditions. The school education department has already announced a 10-day summer vacation for all Valley schools starting July 8.
In the midst of the heat, people prefer to stay home.
There is likely to be some respite on Friday as the meteorological department has forecast intermittent periods of light to moderate rain or thundershowers at many places.
There is also a possibility of intermittent moderate rain at many places and heavy spells at some places in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday and Saturday, the weather office said.
Light rain is expected on Sunday. Hot and humid weather is likely to occur from July 8 to 10, with scattered rain and thunderstorms in Jammu division, it said.
The Met Office also warned of flash flooding and landslides in vulnerable areas until Sunday and advised residents to take precautions.
"Low-lying areas may experience temporary flooding and moderate storms with lightning are also possible in some places," it said in an advisory.
He advised residents to follow the latest weather forecasts.
Police also issued an advisory warning that rising water levels in rivers and streams posed significant risks.
They advised people to avoid swimming in fast-flowing waters, stay informed about weather alerts, have an emergency plan and follow evacuation orders when necessary.
Residents have been urged to call 100 for help. /AB SZM
The city had recorded a maximum temperature of 37 degrees Celsius in July 1999.
Srinagar was hotter than Delhi (31.7 degrees Celsius), Kolkata (31 degrees Celsius), Mumbai (32 degrees Celsius) and Bengaluru (28 degrees Celsius).
Other parts of the Valley also witnessed scorching temperatures, with Qazigund recording a high of 32.8 degrees Celsius and Kupwara 35.2 degrees Celsius, officials said.
The Valley has experienced rising temperatures and scorching heat over the past few weeks, leading to water shortages in many areas.
The health department has issued advisories to deal with heat wave conditions. The school education department has already announced a 10-day summer vacation for all Valley schools starting July 8.
In the midst of the heat, people prefer to stay home.
There is likely to be some respite on Friday as the meteorological department has forecast intermittent periods of light to moderate rain or thundershowers at many places.
There is also a possibility of intermittent moderate rain at many places and heavy spells at some places in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday and Saturday, the weather office said.
Light rain is expected on Sunday. Hot and humid weather is likely to occur from July 8 to 10, with scattered rain and thunderstorms in Jammu division, it said.
The Met Office also warned of flash flooding and landslides in vulnerable areas until Sunday and advised residents to take precautions.
"Low-lying areas may experience temporary flooding and moderate storms with lightning are also possible in some places," it said in an advisory.
He advised residents to follow the latest weather forecasts.
Police also issued an advisory warning that rising water levels in rivers and streams posed significant risks.
They advised people to avoid swimming in fast-flowing waters, stay informed about weather alerts, have an emergency plan and follow evacuation orders when necessary.
Residents have been urged to call 100 for help. /AB SZM
