Geography · Climatology & Extreme Weather Phenomena
With reference to the criteria for declaring a heat wave in India, consider the following statements: I. A heat wave may be declared when maximum temperatures cross specified thresholds, which differ for plains, coastal areas, and hilly regions. II. It may also be declared when the departure of maximum temperature from normal exceeds a specified range. III. If the maximum temperature reaches an extreme threshold (around 45°C or higher), it may be declared irrespective of normal deviation. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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I, II and III
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