Rajasthan reels under severe heat wave, Sri Ganganagar hits 47 degrees C
Jaipur, May 27
Rajasthan continues to reel under an intense heat wave, with Sri Ganganagar recording the highest maximum temperature of 47 degrees Celsius in the past 24 hours, the weather department has said.
Kota registered the highest minimum temperature at 33.6 degrees Celsius, while Sirohi recorded the lowest minimum at 22.8 degrees Celsius.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD), Jaipur, has issued an Orange Alert for severe heat and warm night conditions over the next two to three days. It said the prevailing spell of heatwave and severe heatwave conditions is likely to continue across large parts of the state until May 28. During this period, maximum temperatures are expected to remain between 44 degrees Celsius and 46 degrees Celsius in most districts. In isolated areas of the Bikaner, Kota, and Shekhawati divisions, temperatures may rise further to 46 degrees Celsius to 47 degrees Celsius.
Border regions of western Rajasthan are expected to witness the most intense conditions, with temperatures likely to touch around 48 degrees Celsius on May 27 and 28, said Radhshyam Sharma, director, IMC, Jaipur.
The weather department has also warned of warm night conditions, which may intensify heat stress and discomfort, particularly among children, senior citizens, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions, he added. However, relief from the scorching heat is expected under the influence of a new Western Disturbance. The IMD has forecast the commencement of thunderstorms and rainfall activity in parts of Rajasthan beginning May 28.
The impact of this weather system is expected to intensify between May 29 and May 31, bringing the likelihood of strong dust storms, gusty winds reaching speeds of 60-70 kmph, and isolated rainfall across several divisions. Areas likely to be affected include the Jaipur, Bharatpur, Kota, Ajmer, Udaipur, Jodhpur, and Bikaner divisions, he added.
According to the IMD, the combined effect of thunderstorms and rainfall is expected to lower temperatures by 2 degrees Celsius to 3 degrees Celsius beginning May 29, offering significant relief from prevailing heatwave conditions from May 29-30 onwards.
The Meteorological Department has advised citizens to take necessary precautions against extreme heat and remain alert for rapidly changing weather conditions, including dust storms and strong winds.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Honestly, every year it's the same story - Rajasthan boils in May and then we have floods in Mumbai or Kerala. Climate change is real and our governments need to act, not just issue alerts. Oranges and lassi are my only savior these days 😅
My AC is running non-stop and the electricity bill is going to be terrifying. But what can we do? I feel for the laborers and street vendors who have to work in this heat. The government should set up more cooling centers and distribute water. Also, warm nights are the worst - no relief even after sunset.
I'm in Kota and even the minimum temperature of 33.6°C is insane. You can't sleep, can't work properly. The orange alert is necessary but people still need to go out for essentials. Hope the dust storms don't cause too much damage when they come. Stay hydrated everyone! 💧
Western Disturbance to the rescue! Finally some good news after days of suffering. But I must say, the way our weather patterns are changing - extreme heat, then sudden storms - it's a clear sign that we need to plant more trees and reduce pollution. Every small step counts.
My grandmother in Bikaner says she has never seen heat like this in her entire life. The elderly and children are most vulnerable. I'm glad the IMD is at least warning us properly now, but more awareness about heat stroke symptoms and first aid is needed in rural areas.
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