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Severe Sandstorm Hits Jaisalmer, Reducing Visibility to Zero
Thar desert fury: Massive 'Kali-Peeli Andhi' blanks Jaisalmer again; eerie red sky dropping visibility to zero
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A massive sandstorm known as 'Kali-Peeli Andhi' struck Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, causing total blackout conditions and disrupting normal activities for two days. The storm, characterized by a red sky, was fueled by a combination of extreme heat and a Western Disturbance, leading to significant transport disruptions and power outages.
- 01The sandstorm, called 'Kali-Peeli Andhi', caused a total blackout in Jaisalmer for two days.
- 02Visibility dropped to zero as the sky turned red due to the storm's intensity.
- 03Meteorologists attribute the storm to a prolonged heat wave and a Western Disturbance creating atmospheric instability.
- 04Affected areas included Mohangarh and Sultana, where heavy winds damaged power installations.
- 05Authorities have issued travel advisories urging caution during extreme weather conditions.
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A significant sandstorm, referred to as the 'Kali-Peeli Andhi', impacted the Jaisalmer area in Rajasthan, causing widespread disruption over two days. The storm resulted in a complete blackout, with visibility dropping to zero as the sky turned an eerie red. This phenomenon was triggered by a prolonged heat wave that heated the ground, creating a low-pressure zone that drew in fast-moving winds from the Thar Desert, carrying large amounts of sand. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) noted that a Western Disturbance contributed to the storm's formation by introducing moisture and atmospheric instability. Areas such as Mohangarh and Sultana were particularly affected, with reports of damaged electricity poles and disrupted transport services. While the storm brought relief from the heat wave, authorities have advised against travel during such extreme weather conditions.
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The sandstorm caused significant disruptions in Jaisalmer, affecting transport and power supply.
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