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May292024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Cyclone Remal Devastates Northeastern States in India: 36 Dead, Widespread Disruptions

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The onslaught of Cyclone Remal has resulted in the tragic loss of 36 lives across four northeastern states in India, with Mizoram, Nagaland, Assam, and Meghalaya bearing the brunt of heavy rains and landslides on Tuesday. The severe weather conditions have brought daily life to a standstill across the region, disrupting transportation and utilities. Mizoram: The state suffered the highest casualties, with 27 people killed, including 21 victims of a quarry collapse in Aizawl district. Multiple landslides in the district claimed additional lives and left ten people missing. Disaster management and police officials have recovered 21 bodies from the quarry site located between Melthum and Hlimen, with several more feared trapped under debris. Other fatalities were reported in Salem, Aibawk,...

May282024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Study Links the Heatwaves to Increase in Early Births of Babies

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A new study examining 53 million births over 25 years in the United States has found that early births become slightly more frequent during hotter, longer heatwaves. The study, conducted by University of Nevada epidemiologist Lyndsey Darrow and colleagues, analyzed national birth records between 1993 and 2017 across the 50 most populous metropolitan areas in the US. The research reveals that pregnant individuals, along with newborns and infants, are particularly sensitive to extreme heat, as they cannot cool themselves down as effectively as others. This vulnerability is similar to that seen in the elderly. As heatwaves in the US have become 24 percent more intense and are occurring twice as often as in the 1960s, the researchers found a small increase in daily rates of preterm births (...

May232024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

IMD Issues ‘Red’ Alert in Two Districts, High Wave Warning – Key Updates

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Four people lost their lives in Kerala on Wednesday due to rain-related incidents as the state experienced torrential downpours. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'red' alert for extremely heavy rainfall in Idukki and Pathanamthitta districts for Thursday. An 'orange' alert has been declared in other districts. Here are the latest updates: The IMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated areas of Kerala on May 24 and May 25, with thunderstorms, gusty winds, and lightning likely from May 23 to May 26. High waves between 0.4 to 3.3 meters are expected along Kerala's coast from Vizhinjam to Kasaragod until Thursday night. On Wednesday, a 'red' alert was issued in Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, and Idukki. An 'orange' alert was issu...

May52024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Understanding the Future Indian Ocean: Implications, Projections, and Urgent Calls for Action

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A comprehensive study led by Roxy Mathew Koll from the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, offers crucial insights into the evolving climate of the Indian Ocean and its far-reaching implications. As the Indian Ocean region grapples with rapid changes, understanding these dynamics becomes imperative for effective climate mitigation and adaptation strategies, particularly in safeguarding coastal communities and ecosystems. Ocean Warming and Climate Shifts The study reveals alarming trends, indicating that the Indian Ocean is warming rapidly, with projections suggesting accelerated warming in the coming decades. This warming trend, coupled with shifts in seasonal cycles and weather patterns, underscores the heightened risk of extreme weather events, including heavy ra...

May32024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Solar Flare Triggers Radio Blackouts Across Pacific Region

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A recent powerful solar flare originating from sunspot region AR3654 caused widespread radio blackouts across the Pacific region. The eruption, which lasted for 12 minutes on April 30, released near X-class solar flares, the most potent type. Solar flares are associated with sunspots, where magnetic fields are strongest. According to NASA, solar flares occur when powerful magnetic fields in and around the Sun reconnect, releasing magnetic energy that builds up in the solar atmosphere. These flares are classified based on their strength, with X-class flares being the most powerful, followed by M-class, C-class, and B-class flares. The April 30 flare, measuring M9.53, was just below an X-class solar flare, ionizing the upper atmosphere upon hitting Earth. Mariners and ham radio operato...

May22024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Rising Temperatures in India’s Metro Cities Understanding the Urban Heat Island Effect

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As the calendar flips to May, India's major metropolitan cities are experiencing a surge in temperatures, with Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Bengaluru all recording high mercury levels. The phenomenon is not merely a seasonal shift but is closely linked to the urban heat island effect, significantly impacting urban environments. The urban heat island effect describes a situation where urban areas exhibit higher temperatures compared to their rural surroundings. This disparity arises primarily due to human activities and the infrastructure in cities, which absorb and retain heat more efficiently than natural landscapes. Causes and Effects Urban areas, with their abundance of concrete and asphalt, absorb heat during the day and release it slowly, leading to elevated temperatures, pa...

May12024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Record-Breaking April Temperatures Grip Eastern and Peninsular India Amid General Elections

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As the nation remains gripped by the ongoing polling for the 2024 general elections, eastern and peninsular India has been facing an unprecedented heatwave, with temperatures soaring to record-breaking levels throughout April. Scientists attribute this scorching heat to the looming climate crisis, underscoring the urgent need for climate action. According to data from the Meteorological Department, April marked the warmest on record in eastern and northeastern India in terms of night temperatures since 1901, and the third warmest in mean temperatures. Similarly, it was the second warmest April in the peninsula in terms of maximum, minimum, and mean temperatures. The sweltering conditions have been exacerbated by factors such as El Nino and climate change, as explained by OP Sreejith,...

Apr22024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Braces for Searing Summer, IMD Predicts Heat Waves and Rainfall Variations

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As India gears up for the summer months ahead, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings of searing temperatures and potential heat waves across much of the country from April to June. While many regions are expected to experience above-normal temperatures, pockets of northwest India, including Delhi-NCR, may see relief with 'normal to below-normal' day temperatures. In its seasonal outlook for the next three months, IMD also forecasted 'normal to below-normal' night temperatures in isolated areas of northeast and northwest India, including the capital. Additionally, Delhi may receive 'normal to above-normal' rainfall in April, offering some respite from the heat. However, despite the variations in temperature and rainfall patterns, IMD cautioned that heat wave c...