प्रदीप बीदावत
Kota crosses 45 degrees, Jaipur also scorched
During the last 24 hours, Kota city was recorded as the hottest in Rajasthan. The maximum temperature here reached 45.6 degrees Celsius. Apart from this, the mercury touched 45 degrees in Chittorgarh and Sri Ganganagar. Normal life has been completely affected due to extreme heat.
The situation in capital Jaipur was no different. The temperature in Jaipur was recorded at 43.6 degrees Celsius on Monday. Surprisingly, Jaipur was hotter than desert areas like Barmer and Jodhpur. Barmer recorded 42.8 and Jodhpur 40.4 degrees.
Water was sprinkled on the roads of Jaipur for the second consecutive day to provide relief. During the afternoon, heatwaves forced people to remain indoors. Major markets of the city remained deserted and people came out only for essential work.
Heatwave in 19 districts, Rain-Hail alert in 16
According to the Meteorological Center Jaipur, Orange and Yellow alerts for heatwave have been issued in 19 districts of the state. Severe heatwaves are expected in areas like Jaisalmer, Phalodi, and Bikaner. Day temperatures in these areas will remain much higher than normal.
Western Disturbance to bring relief showers
Amidst the extreme heat, the good news is that a new Western Disturbance is becoming active. Due to its influence, a major change can be seen in the weather of the north-eastern districts. Dust storms are expected from the late evening of May 27 or May 28.
The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for light rain and hailstorm for 16 districts. This change will bring great relief to those suffering from extreme heat and humidity. However, there is also a possibility of dust clouds before the rain.
Take special care of health in Nautapa
During Nautapa, the temperature often stays around 45 degrees. In such a situation, health experts have advised people to be careful. The risk of dehydration, dizziness, and heat stroke increases significantly due to strong sunlight and heatwaves. Especially the elderly and children should be more alert.
Doctors say that it is important to maintain the body's natural cooling system in this season. For this, consume as much fluids as possible. Consuming cold fruits and natural drinks like buttermilk, lemon water, and coconut water in the morning proves beneficial.
"Due to extreme heat and heatwaves, the body's natural cooling system can weaken, so it is important to pay special attention to diet and hydration during Nautapa."
US Foreign Minister's visit also affected
The impact of this extreme heat in Rajasthan was also seen internationally. US Foreign Minister Marco Rubio was on a visit to Jaipur on Monday. His schedule included going to Hathi Gaon along with Amer Palace. But he looked very troubled due to the strong sun and heatwave and cancelled the visit to Hathi Gaon.
The impact of heat was also widespread in Udaipur. The maximum temperature in the Lake City was recorded at 41 degrees Celsius. A huge decrease in the number of tourists was seen due to hot winds. Major roads of the city looked empty even in the evening. People are coming out of their houses only after sunset.
Nights have also started becoming warm in Hanumangarh and Alwar. Here the minimum temperature remains between 33 to 34 degrees Celsius. Hot winds blowing at night have blown away people's sleep. Night mercury has also been recorded higher than normal in cities like Kota and Bikaner.
Conclusion: Hide and seek between heat and relief
Rajasthan is currently facing a double mood of weather. While the outbreak of heatwave continues on one hand, the possibility of rain has raised hopes. The next two-three days will be very important for the state as this change in weather can bring a drop in temperature.
*Edit with Google AI Studio