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Bikaner Engulfed by Apocalyptic Yellow Dust Storm
30 May
Summary
- A massive dust storm hit Bikaner, turning daylight into near-darkness on Saturday.
- The storm severely reduced visibility, making driving hazardous and causing panic.
- Strong winds disrupted city life, causing snapped tree branches and power outages.
On Saturday afternoon, a significant dust storm struck Bikaner, Rajasthan, plunging the city into near-darkness as thick yellow clouds covered the sky. Videos depicted a formidable wall of dust approaching, creating scenes described as apocalyptic.
The storm drastically reduced visibility on major roads, blanketing Bikaner in a dense, eerie yellow-brown haze. This hazardous condition forced many residents indoors and prompted widespread panic as the dust-laden winds intensified.
Normal city activities were severely disrupted by the powerful winds. Shopkeepers rapidly closed their businesses, and pedestrians sought shelter. The storm also caused localized power disruptions and snapped tree branches across the city.
The Meteorological Department issued a warning for residents to remain cautious and avoid non-essential travel due to the adverse weather. The region has experienced thunderstorms and rainfall over the past 24 hours, with forecasts predicting continued intense thunderstorms and squalls across several divisions of Rajasthan for the next four to five days.
