Synopsis
The Meteorological Centre in Jaipur has announced a heatwave alert across Rajasthan, including red alerts for Barmer and Jaisalmer. Intense heat is expected, with temperatures soaring and potential dust storms forecasted. A yellow alert follows on April 19, while a monsoon forecast indicates above-normal rainfall for the region.Key Takeaways
- Red alert issued for Barmer and Jaisalmer.
- Heat expected to intensify in western Rajasthan.
- Dust storms and light rain may occur.
- Severe heat conditions recorded across multiple districts.
- Monsoon forecast predicts above-normal rainfall.
Jaipur, April 16 (NationPress) The Meteorological Centre in Jaipur has issued red, orange, and yellow alerts for a heatwave across Rajasthan, effective through Wednesday and continuing until April 18.
A yellow alert will remain in effect on April 19.
The red alert has been specifically issued for Jaisalmer and Barmer for Wednesday, while 11 other districts are under orange and yellow alerts.
According to the Meteorological Department, the heat is expected to intensify in western Rajasthan over the next two to three days.
Radheshyam Sharma, Director of the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, indicated that a weak Western Disturbance is likely to become active in some parts of the state on April 16-17. Due to its influence, dust storms, light cloud cover, and scattered light rain or drizzle may occur during this period.
Meanwhile, Meteorologists have confirmed that a phase of severe heat has commenced in Rajasthan.
On Tuesday, temperatures in Barmer exceeded 45 degrees Celsius, with daytime conditions characterized by extreme heat. Conversely, Udaipur and Dungarpur underwent a weather shift post-noon, with cloud cover, dust storms, and light rain providing temporary relief from the heat.
Across the state, heatwave conditions continued to persist. Barmer recorded the highest temperature, closely followed by Jaisalmer at 45.4 degrees Celsius, Phalodi at 44.4 degrees, Chittorgarh at 43.1, Jalore at 42.4, Bikaner and Sriganganagar at 42.3, and Jodhpur at 42.2. In Jaipur, the maximum temperature was 38.4 degrees Celsius, with a minimum of 25.4 degrees. The city experienced clear skies and intense sunshine throughout the day. Weather experts forecast that the heatwave will gain intensity starting April 17.
Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD), New Delhi, has released its monsoon forecast, suggesting above-normal rainfall this season in several areas, including Rajasthan.
The Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) is expected to remain neutral, a factor that supports favorable monsoon conditions. Experts predict good rainfall across both western and eastern Rajasthan this year.
The border districts of western Rajasthan are anticipated to register temperatures around 45 to 46 degrees Celsius. Parts of these divisions will experience strong heat waves. Also, in the Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions, a heatwave is predicted from April 17 to 18, stated Sharma.
According to the weather department, the red alert condition signifies a very high likelihood of developing heat illness and heat stroke in individuals of all ages, necessitating extreme care for vulnerable populations.
