Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (MS)
Mangaluru, Mar 4: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of a potential heatwave in coastal regions, including the twin districts, on Saturday, March 4. This is reportedly the first time such a warning has been issued for the coastal region.
As temperatures soar in North India, Pune, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan have recorded their highest temperatures. Hot air blowing from these regions towards the coastal region of Karnataka is expected to be too hot, prompting caution from IMD officer Prasad.
Weather expert Dr Rajegowda explained that a dust storm has already begun in the Mediterranean region, and if the atmospheric pressure reduces, it will blow south.
The current information suggests that the mercury will continue to rise until the third week of March, with temperatures one or two degrees higher than usual for this period. Pre-monsoon showers are expected later.