Delhi is on fire! 🔥
The Indian capital city of Delhi just recorded its hottest day of the season on Friday, with temperatures soaring to a blistering 47.4°C! The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed this scorching news, leaving residents desperately seeking shade and cool drinks.
Where did it get the hottest? The Najafgarh area in southwest Delhi took the heat crown with 47.4°C. Hotspots followed closely behind: Mungeshpur at 46.5°C, Aya Nagar at 46.2°C, Jafarpur at 45.9°C, Palam at 45.1°C, the Ridge at 45°C, and the Lodhi Road area at 43.8°C.
And it's not just Delhi feeling the heatwave! Neighboring areas are also sweating it out. Noida hit a scorching 45.2°C, and Gurugram wasn't far behind at 44.6°C.
With temperatures this high, it's essential to stay hydrated and indoors if possible. Local authorities are urging everyone to take necessary precautions. ☀️
Stay cool, Delhi! 😎
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Delhi records season's hottest day with 47.4 degrees Celsius
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