Severe heatwave alert for Rajasthan
May 21, 2024
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 21 : Amidst the predictions of a severe heatwave, Rajasthan is facing the havoc of soaring temperatures and scorching heat from the heatwave.
In the last 24 hours, the maximum temperature registered was 46.6 degrees Celsius in Pilani, while Sri Ganganagar was second on the list with the maximum temperature of 46.3 degrees Celsius.
According to the Regional Meteorological Department, the temperature in West Rajasthan is set to rise beyond the mark of 47 degrees Celsius.
The Met Department has predicted no immediate respite from the searing and scalding heatwave in the state.
Director of the Regional Centre of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Jaipur, Radhe Shyam Sharma, said, "There is no immediate relief from this scorching heat. The temperature is set to rise in parts of West Rajasthan."
Earlier, the Met Department predicted heatwave to severe heatwave conditions over many parts of Punjab, Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi, West Rajasthan, some parts of East Rajasthan, West Uttar Pradesh and West Madhya Pradesh on May 21.
Amid this heatwave, the health department of Rajasthan has been set on alert and proper arrangements to provide relief to the patients suffering from the heatwave are being made.
Dr Ravi Prakash, Director of the Rajasthan Health Department, said, "In view of the severe heatwave and upon getting alerted by the Central Government, we have trained our 570 medical officers in this regard."
"The Regional Meteorological Department alerts us in advance about the weather conditions. We have prepared accordingly for districts with red, orange and yellow alerts. Efforts are being made to provide proper treatment to patients suffering from heatstroke. Rest , all the guidelines have been sent to the officials in each district. The Health Department of Rajasthan has made sufficient arrangements," said Dr Ravi Prakash.
In response to the unrelenting heatwave, IMD has advised staying hydrated by drinking sufficient water, even if not thirsty, and consuming ORS and homemade drinks like lassi, Torani (rice water), lemon water, and buttermilk. They also recommend avoiding heat exposure, covering the head with a hat or umbrella, and wearing light-coloured, loose, and cotton clothes to stay safe.
