The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an important weather alert for Kota Division, forecasting three consecutive days of heavy to very heavy rainfall. According to the Jaipur Meteorological Center, a low-pressure area has formed over the north Bay of Bengal, which is expected to move in a west-northwest direction within the next 24 hours. Additionally, a circulation system is active over northern Rajasthan and Haryana, intensifying rain activity across the region.
Rainfall Forecast for Rajasthan
- September 3–5: Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in Kota, Udaipur, Ajmer, and Bharatpur divisions.
- September 5–7: Rain activity will shift towards Jodhpur and Bikaner divisions, with several areas likely to experience intense showers. Parts of southern Rajasthan may also see heavy rainfall.
Weather Conditions in Kota Region
The Hadoti region, including Kota, witnessed varied weather conditions on Tuesday with intermittent spells of light and heavy rainfall.
- In Kota city, clouds dominated the sky throughout the day but rainfall was limited.
- The maximum temperature rose by 4 degrees to 32.2°C, while the minimum temperature was recorded at 25.4°C.
- The city received 3.9 mm rainfall in the last 24 hours.
Several rural areas, including Kanvas, experienced continuous rain for two days, leading to waterlogging over culverts and pedestrian bridges. In Cable Nagar, a strong downpour lasted for about 20 minutes in the evening.
Kali Sindh Dam Gates Opened
Due to rising water inflow, the Kali Sindh Dam authorities opened two gates by 2.5 meters, releasing 12,323 cusecs of water. The inflow into the Ahu and Kyasari rivers has caused the Awar road to remain closed for safety reasons.
Key Takeaways for Residents
- Residents of Kota and surrounding regions should remain alert for possible flooding and traffic disruptions.
- Farmers are advised to take necessary precautions to protect their standing crops from heavy rain damage.
- Travel plans within the region should be made cautiously, considering road closures and waterlogging.
The upcoming three days are crucial for Kota Division as per IMD’s heavy rainfall warning. With dam water releases and rivers swelling, both urban and rural areas of Rajasthan are expected to experience significant rain activity. Stay tuned to kotainfo.com for real-time weather updates and local news from Kota.