Australia Shattered by 1.1 Million Lightning Strikes In A Single Day

12 Nov 2024

In a remarkable meteorological event, Australia was struck by more than 1.1 million lightning bolts on Sunday. The storm activity, primarily concentrated in Central Australia, Queensland, and South Australia, stunned experts with its intensity and reach. Uluru: Epicenter of Lightning Activity Uluru witnessed a staggering 719,068 lightning strikes within an...

Over 1,300 Causalities During 2024 Hajj Pilgrimage

24 Jun 2024

Saudi Arabia announced on Sunday that 1,301 people died during the Hajj pilgrimage, with a significant number of fatalities attributed to heat stress and unauthorized trips, CNN reported. In a statement, the Saudi government said, "The health system addressed numerous cases of heat stress this year, with some individuals still...

14 Jordanian Haj Pilgrims Succumb To Extreme Heatwave, 17 Reported Missing

17 Jun 2024

Amidst scorching temperatures during the annual Haj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, at least 14 Jordanian pilgrims have tragically lost their lives due to extreme heat waves, Jordan's foreign ministry confirmed on Sunday. Additionally, 17 others are reported missing. According to AFP, Jordan's foreign ministry stated that the fatalities occurred as...

Silent Heart Attacks Warning Signs In Heatwaves: What You Mustn’t Ignore

07 Jun 2024

As temperatures soar during the summer months, concerns about the impact of extreme heat on cardiovascular health come to the forefront. With nearly half of all heart attacks being silent, the importance of recognizing the signs and taking preventive measures cannot be overstated. Understanding Silent Heart Attacks Silent myocardial infarction,...

Heat Wave In India: What Is Pushing Mercury To Extremes?

30 May 2024

Indian cities are sweltering under an unprecedented heatwave, with a provisional record temperature of 52.3°C registered in Delhi. If verified, it would be the highest-ever recorded temperature in India. This week alone, over 37 cities across north and central India have recorded temperatures exceeding 45°C. But what is a heatwave,...

Understanding Eye Stroke Caused By Extreme Heat, Risks And Prevention

30 May 2024

As Delhi endures an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring to a record 52.9 degrees Celsius in Mungeshpur, health concerns have risen, particularly about the risk of an eye stroke from direct sun exposure. One person has already succumbed to heatstroke in the capital, highlighting the severe impacts of the extreme...

Experts Warn of Heatwaves as India Braces for Climbing Temperatures

30 May 2024

Experts are sounding the alarm as India's megacities reel under a relentless heatwaves, with temperatures soaring above 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit) in several urban centers. The scorching conditions have prompted concerns of a burgeoning public health crisis. New Delhi, home to over 30 million people, witnessed temperatures surpassing...

Heatwaves: IMD Issues Red Alert Across North India For Next 5 days

22 May 2024

Offering little relief to those suffering from an intense and scorching summer across northern India, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday forecasted continued heatwave to severe heatwave conditions in parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi, and West Uttar Pradesh. The IMD issued a 'red alert' for these regions over the...

Delhi Faces Severe Heatwave: 7 Essential Foods to Prevent Heat Stroke

20 May 2024

As Delhi swelters under an intense heatwave, it's crucial to take proactive measures to protect both body and mind from the adverse effects of extreme temperatures. This year's summer has been particularly brutal, affecting large parts of northern and eastern India, leading to numerous health risks, lower voter turnout in...

Heatwave is About to End in India, Except West Rajasthan, IMD

09 May 2024

In a recent update from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), heatwave conditions are gradually easing across most parts of India, except for West Rajasthan and Kerala. An IMD official mentioned that the heatwave alert is expected to persist only in West Rajasthan due to increased thunderstorm activity fueled by moisture...