Telangana Sizzles: Early March Sees 38°C in Districts, Forecasts Up to 40°C
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Telangana Scorches Early: 38°C in March, IMD Warns of Harsher Summer Ahead
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News18•07-03-2026, 18:05
Telangana Scorches Early: 38°C in March, IMD Warns of Harsher Summer Ahead
•Telangana experiences scorching heat in the first week of March, with temperatures reaching 38°C in erstwhile Warangal districts like Hanumakonda, Warangal, Jangaon, Mahabubabad, Bhupalpally, and Mulugu.
•The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a more intense summer this year, with April-like conditions appearing unusually early in March.
•Officials advise children and the elderly to take special precautions, as temperatures are expected to hit 40°C by the end of March.
•Medical experts recommend frequent hydration with water, coconut water, lassi, buttermilk, and lemon juice, and suggest two-wheeler riders wear helmets, caps, and sunglasses.
•Warnings have been issued to 12 states, including Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, urging vigilance against the escalating heat.
