West Bengal Hazard Mapping : Heat Wave
While some blame the global warming, others find it God's curse. Nevertheless, heatwave
is taking its toll across the West Bengal and is set to break all records. Regional
Meteorological department hasn't predicted any rains in next couple of days. Coupled
with frequent power cuts, the situation doesn't guaratee any relief.
The Himalayas, one of the world’s richest biodiversity zones is warming faster than
other parts of the globe. In West Bengal, the Sunderbans area has been hit hard
by heatwaves. The rise in temperature in the forest region is harmful for the flora
and the fauna. One may experience rapid climate and associated changes in various
eco-regions. It will affect wildlife in Sunderbans and Gorumara forest. Much of
the recent discussions on climate change in the Himalayas have been dominated by
the extent of glacial melting. But there are other reasons as well.
HeatWave Prone Areas of India