Rajasthan Weather Alert : Storm and Rain Expected in 17 Districts Today
Yellow Alert Issued for 17 Districts
Rajasthan Weather Alert : The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for 17 districts in Rajasthan, warning of thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. This alert is valid for today, June 15th, 2024.
Pre-Monsoon Activity Increases
The pre-monsoon season has begun in Rajasthan, bringing a change in weather patterns. The IMD has attributed the recent rainfall and thunderstorms to this activity.
Rainfall and Thunderstorms Recorded in Several Districts
Light rainfall was recorded in various parts of Jaipur, Dausa, Bharatpur, Alwar, Karauli, Kota, Bundi, and Baran over the past 24 hours. Thunderstorms were also observed in Jaipur, Bharatpur, and Alwar in the afternoon.
Temperatures Drop in Jaipur
Due to the change in weather, temperatures in Jaipur have fallen to 40 degrees Celsius. Light rainfall was also recorded in Kota in the evening, following a day of intense sunshine.
Increased Pre-Monsoon Activity Expected from June 18th
Meteorological experts predict an increase in pre-monsoon activities in Rajasthan from June 18th onwards.
Heatwave Continues in Some Districts
While pre-monsoon activities are increasing in some parts of Rajasthan, heatwave conditions persist in others. Hanumangarh and Shri Ganganagar recorded maximum temperatures of 44.4 degrees Celsius and 45.2 degrees Celsius, respectively, on Friday.
Yellow Alert for 16th and 17th June
The IMD has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds with occasional rain in the following districts:
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June 16th: Ganganagar, Sirohi, Pratapgarh, Kota, Jhalawar, Dungarpur, Chittorgarh, Bundi, Baran, and Banswara.
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June 17th: Banswara, Baran, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Dungarpur, Jhalawar, Kota, and Pratapgarh.
Stay Updated with Weather Forecasts
Residents of Rajasthan are advised to stay updated with the latest weather forecasts issued by the IMD and take necessary precautions to avoid any inconvenience or danger.
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