May 18, 2021 1:08 PM

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Cyclonic storm Tauktae likely to enter southwestern parts of Rajasthan today

The cyclonic storm Tauktae is likely to enter the southwestern parts of Rajasthan today. The Met Department has warned that it may cause heavy to very heavy rainfall in many districts. After entering the state by way of the southern western districts, the storm will pass through the north-east districts. During this period, 30 districts will be affected and 12 districts are expected to receive very heavy rains.<br />'' <br />''The Met Department has issued a red warning for heavy rains with strong winds of 60 to 70 km per hour in Dungarpur, Sirohi, Udaipur, Jalore and Pali districts. Apart from this, Orange Alert has been issued for 18 districts and Yellow Alert has been issued for five districts of the state. AIR correspondent reports that the storm will have the highest impact in the state today and tomorrow.<br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">In view of the possible impact of the storm, warning has been issued across the state. Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has appealed everyone to remain cautious. He said that disaster management teams have been deployed in the areas likely to be affected by the storm. The administration has made elaborate arrangements for uninterrupted supply of oxygen for COVID patients throughout the state and power supply in all the hospitals in case of emergency. Meanwhile, light to moderate rain have started in many districts of the state with strong winds since last night.</span><br />

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