Climate Change crisis: IMD to change parameters to declare heatwaves
- Posted on May 16, 2026
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Climate Change crisis: IMD to change parameters to declare heatwaves
The India Meteorological Department will soon update its heatwave warning criteria. Current parameters do not suit India's geography, causing issues in states like Kerala. This revision aims to improve the accuracy of heatwave declarations. New criteria will be finalized after consulting the Disaster Management Authority. This change comes as Kerala experiences unusually high temperatures and humidity.
