Panaji, Jun 21 (PTI) Light rainfall on Sunday brought respite from prolonged heat in several parts of Goa ahead of a two-day heavy rainfall alert starting Monday.
Light showers were witnessed in parts of Sattari, Canacona and Tiswadi talukas, while the capital city of Panaji also received rainfall.
According to the India Meteorological Department bulletin on Saturday, the average temperature in Goa was around 34 degrees Celsius, which is four degrees above normal in Panaji, and humidity was at 70 per cent.
The department has predicted heavy rainfall in several parts of the state on Monday and Tuesday, issuing a yellow alert for the coastal state, warning fishermen to avoid venturing into the sea.
The IMD has predicted a gradual increase in rainfall in the next three to four days.
The government is monitoring the progress of the monsoon, as the state’s reservoirs are left with water stock that can last for a month. PTI RPS ARU
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