Super El Nino May Cause 15,800 Heat Deaths

News18 Hindi · india

A new report predicts that a 'Super El Nino' could lead to approximately 15,800 additional heat-related deaths in India over the next six months. Researchers based this projection on seasonal temperature forecasts and the established link between rising temperatures and mortality rates. The study utilized a 30-year baseline period from 1996 to 2025 for its analysis. This forecast serves as an early warning, emphasizing the urgent need for proactive measures to mitigate the potential impact on public health and save lives.