Although weather apps often warn that the perceived temperature can feel several degrees higher than the actual air temperature, conditions on the city's streets paint an even more alarming picture.While the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) recorded a maximum air temperature of 43.5°C last Tuesday, thermal camera measurements at several locations revealed surface temperatures as high as 64°C, according to the BBC.Surface Temperatures Reveal the Full Extent of the HeatDiscrepancy is due to differences in measurement methods. Official IMD data reflects air temperature measured under standardized conditions, while thermal cameras record the temperature of surfaces.During extreme heat, roads, concrete structures, vehicles, and other exposed surfaces can become significantly hotter than the surrounding air.These elevated surface temperatures increase the amount of heat absorbed by the human body through radiation, making urban areas feel much hotter than official temperature readings suggest, particularly in places with little shade or vegetation.A Greenpeace India field team equipped with a thermal camera visited one of the city's busiest intersections shortly after noon.When researchers pointed the camera toward areas beneath an overpass, where there was shade, the temperature measured 42°C. However, when they directed the camera toward motorcyclists waiting at a traffic light in direct sunlight, the temperature rose to 64°C.The asphalt beneath them measured 61°C, while just three meters away, under the shade of a tree, the surface temperature dropped to 39.8°C.Serious Health RisksPulmonologist Dr. Fatahuddin explained that the normal human body temperature is around 37°C and that prolonged exposure to extreme heat can cause it to rise."When it exceeds 40°C, the body can no longer function normally. The most common condition is heat exhaustion. People sweat excessively and often experience headaches and fatigue," he said.In more severe cases, symptoms may include confusion, dizziness, and even seizures."If immediate medical intervention is not provided, multiple organs can fail, potentially leading to death," he warned.To stay safe during the heat wave, Dr. Fatahuddin advises people to drink water regularly, even if they do not feel thirsty, wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothing, and use umbrellas for protection from direct sunlight.He also recommends that authorities advise against outdoor work between 10:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
15.6.2026.
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Deadly Temperatures Recorded: Street Surfaces Reach 64°C
The Indian capital, New Delhi, has been experiencing an intense heat wave for weeks, with air temperatures regularly exceeding 40°C.
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