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NASHIK: Citizens should ensure that they cover themselves properly before stepping outdoors and keep themselves hydrated enough as the met department has issued a warning of heat wave in North Maharashtra , including Nashik.

As per sources in the district administration, who quoted the IMD, the heat wave is likely to prevail for a couple of days.

The maximum temperature in the city on Saturday was 39.7 degrees celsius—a 0.7 degree dip from Friday where the mercury levels had notched to 40.4 degrees celsius. The maximum temperature on Saturday was three degrees above the normal range.

Sources in the India Meteorological department (IMD) said that the temperature was expected to hover around 40 degree celsius for the next two days.

The maximum temperature in Malegaon on Saturday was 41.8 degrees celsius, down from 42.8 degrees celsius recorded on Friday.

“Malegaon is a dry area and is generally hotter than Nashik city. The heat map and the conditions show that the temperature in this textile town is likely to hover around 43 degrees celsius,” said an official from the met department.

The district disaster management authority (DDMA) has warned people against going outdoors in the sun during the heatwave.

“Since the heat wave is likely to prevail for a couple of days, people should avoid going out during the daytime. If required, they should step out only when the sun is down. If at all they have to step out during the daytime, they should cover themselves properly to protect themselves from the harmful rays of the sun,” said resident deputy collector and DDMA chief officer Ramdas Khedkar.

DDMA has also advised people to use water judiciously as the district is facing drought in some parts and there is acute shortage of warter in other parts.

“People should drink plenty of water and keep themselves hydrated. If anybody is facing any health problem like breathlessness, they should immediately consult a doctor and take the necessary treatment. People should not overlook the symptoms of heat stroke and take medical treatment at the earliest,” said another official of the district administration.

