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Sizzling at 44.4°C, Jammu ranks among world’s hottest places

Jammu, June 11 (UNI) Sizzling at 44.4 degree Celsius, Jammu on Wednesday listed among top 100 hottest places in the world.
Jammu City on Wednesday, as per the global weather data, was ranked 68th on the list of world's hottest places.
The intense heatwave has gripped several parts of Jammu and Kashmir, with Jammu bearing the brunt of the scorching sun.
Meanwhile, health advisories have been issued urging people to stay indoors during peak hours, especially between 12 noon and 4 pm, and to take preventive measures to avoid heatstroke and dehydration.
However, across Jammu region, Banihal recorded maximum 34.1°C, Batote 33.3°C, Bhaderwah 34.4°C and Katra 40.6°C.
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