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Extreme Heat Risk in Delhi, India
Risk Level: Extreme — Score 9/10
Risk: 9Historical: 3
Key Risk Factors
- High risk rating for Delhi based on ThinkHazard (Extreme heat)
- 3 events on record in proximity
- History of dangerous heat waves and extreme temperatures
Peak season: June-September
Last significant event: Extreme Heat - India (2021-04-13)
Highest Risk Cities for Extreme Heats
Delhi is not in the top 10 for extreme heat risk among tracked cities.
How Delhi Compares
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Notable Extreme Heat Events Near Delhi
Heat Wave - India
May 25, 2015 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Extreme Cold - India
January 10, 2017 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Extreme Heat - India
April 12, 2021 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Extreme Heat Preparedness Tips
- 1.Stay hydrated — drink water regularly even if you don’t feel thirsty
- 2.Avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours (10 AM – 4 PM)
- 3.Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke
- 4.Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning
- 5.Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle
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Earthquake Risk in Delhi
Score: 9/10
Wildfire Risk in Delhi
Score: 9/10
Hurricane Risk in Delhi
Score: 1/10
Flood Risk in Delhi
Score: 9/10
Tornado Risk in Delhi
Score: 0/10
Winter Storm Risk in Delhi
Score: 0/10
Landslide Risk in Delhi
Score: 9/10
Drought Risk in Delhi
Score: 5/10
High Wind Risk in Delhi
Score: 0/10
Tsunami Risk in Delhi
Score: 0/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Kathmandu, Nepal
Score: 5/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Karachi, Pakistan
Score: 5/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Mumbai, India
Score: 9/10
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