IMD predicts heatwave for Karnataka; rain likely to bring respite to Odisha | Latest News India
The India Meteorological Department has predicted heatwave conditions for northern interior Karnataka till March 20, while Odisha is likely to get relief from the scorching heat, with rain expected over the next few days. Representational image: According to the IMD, heatwave conditions are likely to abate after March 20 in Karnataka, while rain is likely to bring respite to Odisha(REUTERS) The IMD station in Kalaburgi, Karnataka, has noted a temperature of 36.3 degree Celsius in the region on Tuesday as of 10am. On Tuesday, Kalaburagi recorded a maximum temperature of 42.8 degree celsius. Also Read: States record severe heat weeks ahead of schedule The weather department had predicted in an earlier report that the region would suffer a heatwave from March 18-20 as the onset of summer nears. Also Read: Health dept starts surveillance for heatwave cases; special emergency units set up in hospitals While temperatures soar in some parts of the state, as per a statement issued by the IMD, isolated areas such as Chikkamagaluru, Kodagu, and Chamarajanagar districts witnessed light to moderate spells …