After a brief stint of unseasonal rainfall, Gujarat is again grappling with heatwave and intense temperatures, soaring over 45°C.
Summers are expected to swelter the state till May 27, with the heat staying steadfast at 45°C for five days long.
A red alert has been issued by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) for Gujarat till May 24.
Moreover, an orange alert has been issued for the following three days till May 27.
Residents have been advised to stay indoors, hydrated, and avoid strenuous activities during peak heat hours.
The current heatwave, driven by anti-cyclonic circulation, has increased temperatures all across the state.
The temperature in Himmatnagar was 45.6°C, Surendranagar 45.4°C, Ahmedabad 45.2°C, Vadodara 45°C, Rajkot 45°C, Gandhinagar 45°C, Chhotaudepur 44.1°C, Bhavnagar 44°C, Dahod 44°C, Deesa 43°C, Bhuj 42.6°C, Surat 42°C and Narmada 42°C.