Mercury to soar to new heights

Mercury to soar to new heights

Bosky Khanna. Bangalore



The mercury's rising and rising in the city which on Thursday recorded a maximum of 35.4 degree Celsius and a minimum of 23.4 degree Celsius.
But Bangalore seemed to be much hotter than what the mercury indicated. This is because of the winds, said Indian Meteorological Department, Bangalore director A Muthachami.
The refrain through the city was that the mercury does not soar any further. But IMD officials warned that the temperature is likely to touch 37-38 degree Celsius by May 15.
"Winds presently are blowing from north India and there is no strong winds blowing to cool the heat. Since parts of central and north India are hotter, winds blowing from these regions are carrying hot air due to which Bangalore and most parts of south-interior Karnataka are experiencing hot dry spells,'' Muthachami said.
Lack of cloud cover is also adding to people's uneasiness.
IMD, however, forecast rain and thundershowers after a few days. This will provide temporary relief to the city, after which the mercury level will rise again. Sudden pre-monsoon showers might occur before May 15. Since humidity is less (between 15- 20%), the conditions are hot and dry, leading to loss of body water. People are advised to drink lots of water and eat fresh fruits.