Scorching days ahead as heatwave adds extra spice to rising mercury

Raipur: Temperatures are set to rise across the state over the coming days, with hot and dry northwesterly winds expected to push maximum readings upward and create heatwave or heatwave-like conditions in central regions from today. According to meteorological inputs,a cycloniccirculation persists over northeast Bihar and adjoining areas, extending up to 1.5 km above mean sea level.At the same time, an east-west trough stretches from northeast Uttar Pradesh to Manipur at an altitude of around 0.9 km.In addition, a north-south trough runs from northeast Bihar to south Tamil Nadu, passing through Chhattisgarh at a similar height, influencing regional weather dynamics.Under the combined impact of these systems and prevailing dry winds, maximum temperatures in most districts are expected to rise by about3°C over the next two days. However, districts in the Bastar division may seerelativelylesser impact.FromApril15 onwards, the central parts of Chhattisgarh are likely towitnessheatwave or near-heatwave conditions, prompting the need for caution, particularly during peak daytime hours."Temperatures across Chhattisgarh are likely to rise by 3 to 5°Cover the next four days, according to the meteorological department. This may lead to heat wave conditions in several areas," according to local met department.Currently, the weatherremainsdry across the state with no active weather systems.Rajnandgaon recorded the highest temperature at 42°C, whileAmbikapurrecorded the lowest minimum at 18.2°C.