The capital city of Odisha, Bhubaneswar, recorded a temperature of 35.6 degrees Celsius by 2:30 pm today, marking a slight increase from yesterday’s 34 degrees Celsius during the same time period.
As the scorching heat continues to grip various parts of Odisha, temperatures in several locations, including Chandabali, have also risen significantly. Chandabali reported a temperature of 35.4 degrees Celsius today, compared to 34.8 degrees Celsius yesterday at 2:30 pm.
In light of the intense heat, residents are advised to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged exposure to the sun. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that both maximum and minimum temperatures in Odisha will continue to rise in the coming days. However, the temperatures are expected to stabilize for this week.
Yesterday, four places in Odisha – Titilagarh, Jharsuguda, Bolangir, and Angul – were among the top ten hottest locations in India. Titilagarh recorded the highest temperature in the state at 38.5 degrees Celsius.