Heat wave intensifies, Jammu sizzles at 42°C

Severe heat wave gripped Jammu today with the day’s temperature soaring to 42°C — six degrees above normal. Weatherman said people might get respite with light rains expected on Tuesday evening, but during the next two weeks, the maximum temperature is likely to show an upward trend. Within the city, the condition was made worse by hot winds blowing throughout the day which forced people to remain indoors in comfort of their coolers and air conditioners. Temperature in the region has been rising steadily since the last week of April…

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