Weather Update & Agricultural Advisory for Gujarat (March 18-20): 🌦 Weather Forecast: Scattered Showers: Gujarat will experience light to moderate rainfall from March 18 to 20, providing relief from the ongoing heatwave. This is expected to reduce temperatures and alleviate the heatwave conditions. Heatwave Relief: The rainfall is likely to lower the intensity of the heatwave, which has been causing extreme temperatures (up to 40°C in areas like Rajkot and Gandhinagar). 🌾 Agricultural Impact & Farmer Advisory: Diisa Market Yard Alert: Farmers in Diisa are urged to protect their ripe crops (e.g., wheat, barley, and other grains) from rain damage. Action Taken: Farmers are advised to harvest mature crops quickly to avoid losses. Safety Measures: Existing stock in the market yard should be covered with tarpaulin to prevent water damage. Avoid New Stock: Farmers are cautioned against bringing new crops to the market yard during the rain period. 🔥 Heatwave & Government Measures: High Temperatures: Multiple districts (e.g., Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Surat) recorded temperatures nearing 40°C, prompting red alerts and heatwave action plans. Public Safety: Authorities have issued advisories to: Limit outdoor activities during peak heat. Ensure access to water and cooling centers. Monitor health risks, especially for vulnerable groups. School & Health Preparedness: Schools and health departments are on high alert, with plans to provide hydration support and emergency care. 📌 Key Updates: Rajkot & Gandhinagar: Heatwave action plans are in place, including water distribution and public awareness campaigns. Surat & Ahmedabad: Authorities are addressing water shortages and health emergencies linked to extreme heat. Infrastructure Impact: High temperatures have caused gas cylinder shortages and road damage in some areas.#gujarat #gandhinagar #surat #diisa_market_yard #rajkot
Season’s First Heatwave Hits Ahmedabad; Yellow Alert Issued Ahmedabad is bracing for its first heatwave of the season as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for the city and several other districts. The alert, effective for Monday and Tuesday, covers regions including Kutch, Banaskantha, Gandhinagar, Surendranagar, Rajkot, Bhavnagar, and Surat. These areas are expected to experience temperatures above normal, with coastal regions facing hot and humid conditions. The heatwave is already making an impact, with Ahmedabad recording a maximum temperature of 39.4 degrees Celsius on Sunday—5.2 degrees above the seasonal average. The minimum temperature was also 1.2 degrees higher than normal, at 19.1 degrees Celsius. The IMD forecasts a gradual rise in both maximum and minimum temperatures by two to three degrees over the next three days. However, temperatures are expected to stabilize from March 11 onwards. In Rajkot and Surendranagar, mercury levels reached 40 degrees Celsius on Sunday, marking the first time this summer. Mahua and Deesa also saw temperatures exceed 39 degrees. The IMD’s long-range forecast for March indicates that most of Gujarat will experience above-normal temperatures, highlighting the severity of the heatwave. Residents are advised to take precautions, as the prolonged heat could pose health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups. The yellow alert serves as a warning to prepare for the intense conditions, ensuring that necessary measures are taken to mitigate the impact of the heatwave.#ahmedabad #india_meteorological_department #kutch #banaskantha #gandhinagar
