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Rajasthan Sizzles at 46.8°C as Heatwave Tightens Grip, Rain Alert Issued in East
IMD Rajasthan: Due to the impact of a western disturbance, a thunderstorm and rain alert has been issued in six districts of Rajasthan today. Meanwhile, western districts, including Barmer, Jaisalmer, and Phalodi, are experiencing heatwave conditions. Barmer recorded the season's highest temperature of 46.8 degrees Celsius on Sunday.
The climate of western Rajasthan is extremely warm with a heat wave. However, a western disturbance might alter the weather conditions in eastern Rajasthan. The Meteorological Department issued thunderstorm and rainfall warnings for six districts. Three districts have been put under orange heat wave warnings, while yellow heat wave warnings have been issued to five districts.
The maximum temperatures in various districts were Barmer at 46.8°C, Jaisalmer at 46.3°C, Phalodi at 46.0°C, Jodhpur at 44.6°C, and Bikaner at 44.4°C. The heatwave in these areas throughout the day left the streets deserted.
The intense heat also impacted public life. According to Radheshyam Sharma, Director of the Jaipur Meteorological Center, the western disturbance, which will become active on May 11th, will affect the Bikaner, Jaipur, and Bharatpur divisions. These areas are expected to experience strong dust storms, cloudy skies, and light rain at times.
