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- A study spanning five decades reveals that Telangana and the South Peninsular region are seeing higher heat and humidity levels alongside more frequent drought conditions.
- Urban centers like Hyderabad and Warangal are experiencing significant heat island effects that trap high temperatures into the evening.
- Farming districts are facing longer periods between rain events, which threatens groundwater and irrigation resources.
- Researchers identify urban concrete expansion and loss of greenery as key contributors to these shifting climate extremes.
What to watch next
- Implementation of urban cool-roof initiatives
- Monitoring of rural groundwater and irrigation tank levels
- Development of climate risk management strategies for agriculture
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