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Mumbai Heatwave Warning Issued as Sultry Nights Increase Heat Stroke Risk

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave warning for Mumbai as temperatures exceed 38 degrees Celsius. Experts warn that increasing sultry nights, exacerbated by urban heat island effects, disrupt sleep and heighten the risk of heat stroke for residents.

27 May, 10:27 — 27 May, 10:27
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Times of IndiaMostly Factual9h ago

Poor nighttime cooling disrupts sleep & increases risk of heat stroke: Expert

Mumbai is witnessing an alarming increase in sultry nights, with numbers more than doubling since the recent past. This phenomenon, heightened by urban heat island effects and lingering humidity after the monsoon, threatens public health by interfering with essential sleep and recovery processes.

By VAISHNAVI CHANDRASHEKHAR

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Times of India27 May, 10:27First to report

Poor nighttime cooling disrupts sleep & increases risk of heat stroke: Expert

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indian-express27 May, 16:39Latest update

IMD sounds heatwave in Mumbai as temperature crosses 38 degrees

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