The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert for heavy rains in southern India, including Kerala, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. The southwest monsoon is expected to advance in the next three days, bringing isolated extremely heavy rainfall to Goa and the Konkan region by June 27. Meanwhile, heatwave conditions in west Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana will continue till Tuesday before subsiding. The IMD has forecast favorable conditions for the monsoon to advance in North Arabian Sea, Gujarat, and other parts of the country in the next three days.

Heavy rainfall has forced hundreds of residents in Rock Valley, Iowa to evacuate their homes due to severe flooding. Sirens blared at 2 am, warning residents to leave as the Rock River overflowed its banks. The town lacks running water, and a state of emergency has been declared in 21 counties. Drone footage shows streets submerged, with only roofs and treetops visible. Neighboring South Dakota has also declared an emergency, with the town of Canton receiving 18 inches of rain. The flooding comes as much of the US swelters under extreme heat, with residents longing for relief.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts a decline in heatwave conditions in Northwest India by June 25. Coastal and south interior Karnataka, Kerala, Mahe, Konkan, and Goa are under a red alert due to expected heavy rainfall. Northwestern states, including Delhi, are experiencing relief with temperatures dropping to around 40°C. Meanwhile, Maharashtra's Palghar faces submerged bridges, and Kerala reports 11 rain-related deaths. The IMD has also issued an orange alert for Maharashtra and parts of eastern India as monsoon conditions advance across the country.

A devastating heat wave has claimed at least six lives in metro Phoenix, with 87 more deaths under investigation, according to the Maricopa County Department of Public Health. Temperatures soared to 115°F (46°C) on Thursday and Friday, making them the hottest days of 2024 so far. An excessive heat warning remains in effect, with some relief possible over the weekend. A 30% chance of rain is forecasted, which may bring a slight cool down to 110°F (43.3°C). However, temperatures are expected to rise again next week. The heat wave has affected much of the US, with numerous areas experiencing record-breaking temperatures.

The flood situation in Assam remains grim, with 27 deaths reported and over 390,000 people affected across 19 districts. Displacement figures have risen to 171,000, with only 15,160 seeking shelter in relief camps. The state government has set up 245 relief camps, with Karimganj having the highest number. Heavy rainfall, 51% above normal, has caused three major rivers to overflow. Although rainfall decreased on Friday, the situation remains critical. Authorities are working to provide aid and relief to those affected. The districts of Kamrup, Tamulpur, and Hailakandi are among the worst hit.

India's longest-ever heatwave is driving a dramatic rise in nighttime temperatures, according to a new study by Climate Central and Climate Trends. With Delhi recording its hottest night ever at 35.2°C and many cities seeing a surge in sweltering nights, the heatwave has led to hundreds of deaths and 40,000 suspected heatstroke cases. Experts warn that high nighttime temperatures, which prevent cooling and rest, pose severe health risks, especially to vulnerable populations. The climate crisis, fueled by fossil fuel emissions, is exacerbating these extreme conditions, with urban areas particularly affected by the heat island effect.

The heatwave across North India has begun to relent, with temperatures dropping by 2-3 degrees Celsius. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) lifted heatwave warnings, except for isolated areas in West Uttar Pradesh and Jammu division. Monsoon progress continues, expected to reach East Uttar Pradesh in 3-4 days. Moderate rain is forecasted for Delhi today due to a western disturbance. Heavy to very heavy rainfall hit several regions recently, with IMD predicting further rain in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi.

Since March, India has recorded 110 confirmed deaths due to heatstroke, with 40,272 cases reported across the country, as per data from the Union health ministry. Uttar Pradesh reported the highest number of deaths at 36, followed by Bihar with 17 and Rajasthan with 16. Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest number of cases at 10,636, but only five deaths were confirmed. By the end of May, there were 56 deaths and 24,849 cases reported. Union Health Minister J P Nadda conducted a review meeting on Wednesday to assess the heatwave situation, during which Director General of Health Services Dr. Atul Goel reiterated heatwave guidelines to the states.

The India Meteorological Department has predicted rain, thunderstorms, and dust storms for Delhi and its surrounding areas on Friday. The national capital is expected to have a partly cloudy sky with maximum and minimum temperatures ranging from 40°C to 29°C. This comes after light rain and thunderstorms brought some respite from the heatwave on Thursday. The heatwave has been severe, resulting in heat stroke casualties and prompting the government to issue advisories to hospitals. In the past three days, 50 bodies of underprivileged individuals have been recovered in Delhi, highlighting the severity of the situation.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced that no new heatwaves are expected in India until Monday, offering a respite from the intense heat that has affected regions since mid-April. Temperatures, previously ranging from 45-47°C, have been exacerbated by humidity and hot winds. Recent severe heatwaves were recorded in parts of Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. Relief is anticipated as temperatures are set to stabilize and rainfall is expected in some regions. The southwest monsoon is gradually advancing, with progress observed in Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha, but remains slow in eastern India.