Delhi Records Hottest Day at 50.5C Amid Heat Wave Alert
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India’s weather department has issued a red alert for severe heat waves in the northwest, including Delhi, which recorded its highest temperature ever at nearly 50 degrees Celsius (122 Fahrenheit). The extreme heat has led to water supply restrictions and increased health risks, with several deaths reported due to heat stroke. The ongoing heat wave is exacerbated by climate change, affecting billions across Asia.
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- Delhi temperature hits 50.5C as India’s capital records hottest day The Guardian
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