Rajasthan Sizzles: Record-Breaking Heatwave Sweeps Across the State
Rajasthan is experiencing a severe heatwave with temperatures surging as high as 47.8°C in Sriganganagar. Several districts are also facing extreme heat, prompting weather warnings. However, light rain and thunderstorms are forecasted for some regions, possibly beginning mid-June, providing slight relief from scorching conditions.
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Scorching temperatures continue to grip Rajasthan, as the state reels under an intense heatwave. Sriganganagar recorded temperatures soaring to 47.8°C, surpassing the normal range by 6.3 degrees.
Many districts, including Churu, Pilani, and Alwar, are also enduring sweltering conditions, with temperatures climbing into the mid-40s. In the capital city, Jaipur, thermometers reached a blistering 45°C, a notable 5°C above average.
The Meteorological Centre in Jaipur warns of rising temperatures by an additional 1 to 2 degrees in western and northern regions, alongside a severe heatwave alert. However, forecasts hint at a temporary respite with potential thunderstorms and rain expected mid-June within the Kota, Udaipur, and Bharatpur divisions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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