Unusual hailstorm hits Gujarat, Locals enjoy ‘snow’ experience
Unseasonal rainfall in Gujarat has brought forth a hailstorm, transforming the streets into a winter wonderland.
Rajkot: Unseasonal rainfall in Gujarat has brought forth a hailstorm, transforming the streets into a winter wonderland. Rajkot, in particular, resembled a scene from Shimla-Manali as hail covered the roads, delighting locals who ventured outside to hold the icy hailstones in their hands and relish the unexpected winter experience.
While many embraced the snowfall-like weather, others pondered the impact of climate change.
Some social media users expressed concerns about the unusual occurrence, emphasizing the reality of the climate crisis.
Reflecting on the unpredictable weather, one user likened weather transitions to mood swings.
Similar weather phenomena were reported in Rajasthan and Gujarat in 2019, where unseasonal rainfall, hailstorms, and lightning affected parts of the states.
During that time, crops suffered damage due to hailstorms and moderate rainfall in Kutch and Saurashtra.
The unusual weather was attributed to a strong convection caused by a cyclonic circulation over southwest Rajasthan and its adjacent areas.
#Rajkot#Rajkot: Severe hailstorm damages car parking shade in #Gujarat.
This morning, multiple regions in Gujarat experienced a hailstorm, creating a snow-like atmosphere in the state. pic.twitter.com/ksDuRVHLzu
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