Sat Apr 26 01:10:00 UTC 2025: ## City Sizzles Under Heatwave Warning as Temperatures Soar
**CITY NAME** – A heatwave is sweeping across [City Name] today, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a maximum temperature of around 42 degrees Celsius. Friday night’s minimum temperature was a relatively mild 21.6 degrees Celsius, but the humidity, recorded at 24 percent at 8:30 am, suggests a potentially uncomfortable day.
The IMD defines a heatwave based on regional variations in maximum temperature. For [City Name], the predicted 42 degrees Celsius comfortably exceeds the plains threshold of 40 degrees Celsius.
Adding to the discomfort, air quality is currently poor, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 239 recorded at 9 am. This falls into the “poor” category according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), prompting concerns about respiratory health. Residents are advised to take precautions to stay safe and hydrated during this heatwave.
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