Heat Surges to 35°C in Rajnandgaon as Rain Subsides, Lightning Risk Ahead

After a brief rainfall, Rajnandgaon has seen temperatures climb to 35°C, a sharp rise attributed to the cessation of rain and increased solar radiation. The Indian Meteorological Department forecasts that while most areas will remain dry, pockets of the district may experience intermittent showers later in the day, accompanied by thunder and lightning. Residents are advised to stay indoors during thunderstorms, avoid open fields, and keep mobile phones charged for emergency alerts. The local district administration has set up a monitoring system to alert citizens about potential lightning strikes, especially in agricultural fields and near open water bodies.