Jaisalmer, May 24 -- Extreme heat has gripped the Rajasthan with warnings for severe heatwave in place in West Rajasthan and heat wave conditions for East Rajasthan till May 30.

According to India Meteorological Department (IMD), Jaisalmer district emerged as one of the hottest places as temperatures soar past 46degC on Sunday.

To counter the heat, municipal corporation has deployed water sprinklers on the streets.

Agro-meteorologist Praveen Chaudhary said, "Jaisalmer and nearby districts, temperatures are reaching 45-48degC. Locals call this period 'Nau Tapa,' ( a nine day period of extreme heat). Scientists attribute the extreme rise to a Super El Nino effect, which has created dry conditions with no moisture in the air. As a result,...