Temperature crosses 42 Celsius

ALLAHABAD: There was no respite in Allahabad from heat waves as the temperature continued to soar over 42 degree Celsius throughout the day.
On Thursday, the city recorded a maximum temperature of 42.6 degree Celsius and a minimum of 23.9 degree Celsius.
With the sweltering heat sparing none, the citizens of Allahabad were spotted searching for shades, purchasing caps and cotton towels to save themselves from heat's ire.The impact of the heat resulted in less number of people on streets, parks and other public places. during the afternoon hours.