emc.unified_alerts · Engine: heatwave_alert_engine.py · Source: DES + IMD
Issued by heatwave_alert_engine.py against sde.des_weather_history daily Tmax thresholds.
Snapshot: --
| Level | Trigger | Action |
|---|---|---|
| DANGER | Tmax ≥ 46 °C OR ≥ 6 °C above normal | SEOC notify · DEO push · SMS dispatch |
| RED | Tmax 44–46 °C (severe heat wave) | SEOC notify · district CMG alert |
| ORANGE | Tmax 42–44 °C (heat wave) | District advisory · public notice |
| YELLOW | Tmax 40–42 °C (heat advisory) | Watch & monitor |
Thresholds applied to district-aggregate (max-of-mandal) Tmax. Severe-heat-wave declaration requires 2+ consecutive days exceeding the threshold (per IMD criteria).