Heavy Rains vs Severe Heatwave: How India’s Extreme Dual-Weather Split Is Harmful To Your Health
India is experiencing extreme differences in weather. While eastern and southern India are facing torrential rains, thunderstorms, and heavy rain, summer heat has been prevalent in almost all states. Certain northern and western states have been affected by heat waves that have exceeded 45C. According to meteorologists, this “dual-weather separation” is occurring with increasing frequency in India’s pre-monsoon transition period. However, health experts believe that these two extremes of weather occurring at the same time could create serious hazards for the human body.
Why India Is Experiencing Two Extreme Weather Systems Together
India has different types of weather conditions at the same time due to its geographic structure and seasonal wind systems. Presently:
- Northern states (Delhi, Rajasthan, and UP) are experiencing heat waves.
- Eastern and northeastern states (Assam and West Bengal) are having heavy rain and thunderstorms.
- Southern states (Kerala and Karnataka) are just beginning to experience pre-monsoon weather patterns.
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How Severe Heatwaves Affect Health
The human body is greatly impacted by extremely high temperatures. The body experiences an increased chance of:
- Dehydration,
- Heat exhaustion,
- Heat related illnesses,
- Kidney failure,
- Heart failure, and
- Loss of sleep due to overheating.
How Heavy Rain and Humidity Create Different Health Risks
Rain may provide cooler temperatures, but it can also create different health risks. High amounts of rain and humidity can lead to:
- Viral illnesses
- Mosquito-related illnesses
- Fungal infections of the skin
- Contaminated water supplies
- Respiratory pain from humidity
- Tiredness from lack of sleep during the night.
Final Words
Some of the areas impacted by extreme amounts of heat and rainfall are confronted with a variety of environmental problems today. Health professionals indicate that climate change has made weather events more erratic, which will require adaptable planning processes such as: constructing more buildings and a greater understanding of the impact of erratic weather on human health.
FAQs
What caused the simultaneous occurrence of heat waves and heavy rains in India?
During the pre-monsoon transition period, many diverse regional weather systems are merging simultaneously.
Which type of weather is more hazardous: heat extremes or heavy rains?
Both pose a variety of risks to one’s health and life, including dehydration, heat exhaustion, infection, and flood risk.
Does changing from one type of weather (e.g. cold → warm) have an impact on a person’s health?
Yes, sudden changes in temperature and/or humidity may cause stress on the human body and immune system.
Why is it still uncomfortable to sleep outside at night after it rains?
The combination of implemented urbanization and excessive water vapor from precipitation (humidity) prevents nights from becoming cool after it rains.
