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IN PHOTOS: Mumbaikars shield themselves from afternoon heat

Updated On: 26 February, 2026 06:58 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed

Mumbaikars were on Thursday seen taking cover as temperatures soared during the sweltering afternoon hours. Pics/Satej Shinde

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Mumbai on Thursday sweltered under afternoon heat. Pics/Satej Shinde

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Mumbai on Thursday sweltered under afternoon heat. Pics/Satej Shinde
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), temperatures on Thursday were expected to range between 21 degrees Celsius and 32 degrees Celsius

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According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), temperatures on Thursday were expected to range between 21 degrees Celsius and 32 degrees Celsius

Since early February, the mercury has been rising, and Mumbai has been recently witnessing significant changes in the weather

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Since early February, the mercury has been rising, and Mumbai has been recently witnessing significant changes in the weather

Experts suggest that during the transition between seasons, sudden rise in temperature are sometimes common

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Experts suggest that during the transition between seasons, sudden rise in temperature are sometimes common

Due to hot weather conditions during the afternoon hours, several citizens were also seen protecting themselves from heat

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Due to hot weather conditions during the afternoon hours, several citizens were also seen protecting themselves from heat

Experts also suggest to stay hydrated, avoid direct exposure to the sun during peak hours, and take necessary precautions to prevent heat-related health issues

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Experts also suggest to stay hydrated, avoid direct exposure to the sun during peak hours, and take necessary precautions to prevent heat-related health issues

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