Goa's light rain ends two weeks of dryness

Light rainfall brought relief to parts of Goa after a dry two weeks, offering respite from the intense summer heat. The pre-monsoon showers, triggered by a cyclonic circulation, occurred in areas like Old Goa and Ponda, ending a dry spell since April 24. The India Meteorological Department issued alerts for thunderstorms. Despite the recent rain, the pre-monsoon rainfall is currently below normal, following a period of surplus. Temperatures remain above average, creating heatwave-like conditions.