Vidarbha on Wednesday continues to reel under an intense heatwave, which has persisted for the past 16 days. Rainfall activity in the region has remained isolated, with only light intensity showers reported at a few locations.  Maximum temperatures have shown no significant change and continue to remain above normal, while minimum temperatures have stayed largely normal. Brahmapuri in Chandrapur district and Gadchiroli recorded the highest maximum temperature at 46.6 degrees Celsius, while Buldhana registered the lowest minimum temperature at 21.3 degrees Celsius across Vidarbha stations. Red alert issued for Nagpur, Chandrapur and adjoining districts The IMD has issued a red alert for Nagpur, Wardha, Gondia, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli and Washim, warning of a likely continuation of heatwave to severe heatwave conditions at several places. The forecast also indicates the possibility of thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds reaching 40-50 kmph at isolated locations. Orange alert in parts of western Vidarbha An orange alert has been issued for Bhandara, Amravati, Akola and Yavatmal, where heatwave conditions are expected at a few places. Authorities have advised residents to …