Vizag Experiences Intense Heatwave with Evening Relief from Drizzle
Visakhapatnam endured extreme heat on Wednesday with temperatures exceeding 40°C across multiple areas, causing widespread discomfort among residents and workers. Evening clouds brought moderate drizzle and strong winds that provided temporary relief, with some areas experiencing hailstorms. Parents have raised concerns about school reopenings scheduled for June 12 amid continuing heatwave conditions in north coastal Andhra Pradesh.
Visakhapatnam experienced severe heatwave conditions on Wednesday, with temperatures crossing 40°C in several localities. Simhachalam recorded the highest temperature at 41.6°C, while Anandapuram reached 40.9°C and Gajuwaka 40.4°C. The intense heat combined with high humidity levels caused significant hardship for commuters, daily wage workers, street vendors, and others traveling during afternoon hours. However, conditions improved in the evening when thick clouds gathered, bringing moderate drizzle, strong winds, and hailstorms to parts of the city and surrounding areas. Residents flocked to Beach Road to enjoy the cool breeze. Neighboring Anakapalli district also experienced extreme temperatures, with Sabbavaram recording 42.63°C. Parents have expressed concern about school reopenings scheduled for June 12, urging the government to postpone educational institutions' reopening amid the continuing heatwave.
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Evening drizzle offers relief from scorching heatwave in Vizag
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