Record April rainfall in 5 yrs

Chandigarh, April 16

In April, so far, the city has received 35.6 mm rainfall. On Monday morning, it received 0.8 mm rainfall.

Meanwhile, the maximum temperature was recorded at 36.2 degree Celsius. The minimum was 21.8 degree Celsius. The rain has broken the five-year record. As the rain is expected on April 19, 20, chances are that it can break the decade-old record.

Meteorological experts are also surprised at the intensity of rain. “We are more concerned about the variability of weather. One part of the city receives rain while other part remains dry,” said a meteorological expert.

Meanwhile, a warning has been issued to farmers. They have been told to a check on weather conditions while harvesting and storing the crop. — TNS