Severe Heatwave Hits Rajasthan: Chittorgarh Reaches 46.3°C
Rajasthan heatwave alert: Jaipur hotter than Jaisalmer, Chittorgarh sizzles at 46.3°C, IMD issues orange alert
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Rajasthan is experiencing an intense heatwave, with Chittorgarh recording the highest temperature at 46.3°C. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for severe heat conditions in two districts, while 16 others are under a yellow alert. Jaipur is notably hotter than desert cities, with temperatures remaining high overnight.
- 01The Indian Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for severe heatwave conditions in two districts and a yellow alert for 16 districts.
- 02Jaipur recorded a maximum temperature of 43.2°C, with a minimum of 31.3°C, making it hotter at night than cities like Jaisalmer.
- 03Chittorgarh's temperature of 46.3°C is the highest recorded in the state during this heatwave.
- 04Udaipur experienced a slight temperature drop, recording 41.7°C, but hot winds and strong sunshine persisted.
- 05The Shekhawati region, including Sikar, has faced severe heat for six consecutive days, with maximum temperatures reaching 43.5°C.
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Rajasthan is currently enduring a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring across the state. Chittorgarh has recorded the highest temperature at 46.3 degrees Celsius, prompting the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue an orange alert for severe heat in two districts and a yellow alert for 16 others. The capital, Jaipur, is facing extreme heat as well, with temperatures reaching 43.2 degrees Celsius during the day and an unusually high minimum of 31.3 degrees Celsius at night, making it hotter than typical desert cities like Jaisalmer. The IMD forecasts that these oppressive conditions will persist for the next three to four days, affecting both northeastern and western regions of the state. Udaipur and Ajmer are also experiencing high temperatures, with Udaipur recording 41.7 degrees Celsius and Ajmer reaching 41.8 degrees Celsius. Residents are advised to take precautions as the heatwave continues to impact daily life, with many areas seeing deserted streets during peak hours. Special measures, such as water sprinklers at the Jaipur Zoo, have been implemented to protect animals from the heat.
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The ongoing heatwave is affecting daily life, with many residents facing discomfort and health risks due to extreme temperatures.
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