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Nagpur Heatwave Claims 63 Lives Amidst Scorching Temperatures
30 May
Summary
- Sixty-three suspected heatstroke deaths reported as temperatures exceed 45°C.
- Victims include homeless, daily laborers, and unidentified individuals found unconscious.
- India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for several Vidarbha districts.
A severe heatwave gripping Nagpur and the Vidarbha region has led to a significant public health emergency, with 63 suspected deaths attributed to heatstroke and sunstroke. Temperatures have persistently remained above 45°C for nearly two weeks. Health officials are clinically examining the causes of death, with post-mortem examinations underway.
During the peak afternoon hours, many victims, including homeless individuals and daily wage laborers, were found unconscious in public spaces and on roadsides. The accumulation of unidentified bodies in hospital mortuaries has become a worrying development, with several recovered from railway stations and train coaches.
The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for the next three days across several Vidarbha districts, including Nagpur and Chandrapur. Residents are strongly advised to avoid direct sun exposure and remain indoors during the afternoon to mitigate the risks associated with the extreme heat.
