Between September 1 and 17, 2026, the average maximum temperature in the hill district stood at 29.2°C, around 1.9°C higher than the average for the previous three years, with experts warning of potential impacts on water resources and agriculture.
Between September 1 and 17, 2026, the average maximum temperature in the hill district stood at 29.2°C, around 1.9°C higher than the average for the previous three years, with experts warning of potential impacts on water resources and agriculture.
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