Context
There is an ongoing heatwave in India that has forced millions of people indoors, with air conditioner sales nearly doubling when compared to the previous year. The driving up temperatures beyond normal in north, west, central and east India in the month of March and April is a cause of concern for India.
Background
Present situation
Analysis
What are heatwaves?
The General Occurrence
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Different standards on heatwaves Several countries have adopted their own standards on heatwaves:
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Understanding the geographical aspect of heatwave
What are the favourable conditions of heat wave formation?
Wet Bulb Temperature
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Intense heating of earth during summer
What is Loo?
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Is climate change responsible for heatwaves in India?
What is heat Index?
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Impacts on India
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