Overwhelming Heat Wave Grips Northern India, Causing Nearly 100 Deaths

At least 96 people have died in India due to a sweltering heat wave in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
Hospitals are overwhelmed with patients exhibiting symptoms of high fever, vomiting, diarrhea, breathing difficulties, and heart-related issues.
The majority of fatalities were over 60 years old and had preexisting health conditions.
Temperatures have reached up to 43.5 degrees Celsius (110 degrees Fahrenheit), intensifying the effects of the heat along with low humidity.
Government officials have issued warnings and told vulnerable populations to stay indoors but were slow to warn people of the dangers.