Thunderstorm Alert: Heavy Rain and Thunder Expected in North India
Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms have prompted weather alerts for several northern Indian states, including Jammu & Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, and northeastern regions. The IMD advises residents to prepare for potential storms and strong winds. While the north faces these challenges, coastal areas like Kerala and Telangana may still deal with sweltering heat.
Highlights
- •Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms expected in northern India
- •Residents of Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh advised to prepare for storms
- •IMD issues warnings for heavy rainfall in eastern states like Manipur and Mizoram
- •Coastal regions may still face sweltering heat due to rising temperatures
Strong weather alerts have been issued for the northern regions of India, with heavy rainfall and thunderstorms expected to affect several states over the coming days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) warns that spells of drizzle are likely in Western Uttar Pradesh and lightning- accompanied storms may hit the hill regions, including Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
Rainfall and Thunderstorms in North India
Residents of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh are also advised to prepare for the impending weather changes. In the plains, strong winds with gusts up to 70 km/h could cause significant discomfort.
In the northeastern states, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, and Nagaland can expect heavy rainfall, accompanied by frequent lightning strikes. A similar alert has been issued for Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura, where rain and squalls are expected to persist with high wind speeds reaching 50 km/h.
The coastal states of West Bengal, Sikkim, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha could also experience heavy downpour events. The IMD has issued warnings for lightning strikes and thunderstorms in these regions due to the risk of severe weather conditions.
In contrast, residents of Mumbai and Kerala may continue to face heatwave conditions with intense humidity levels. Yet again, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh are experiencing sweltering temperatures due to rising heat, while those in Bihar might find relief after a period of rain.
