IMD Weather Alert: Heavy Rains, Thunderstorms, and Strong Winds Forecast Across India Until August 30
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a widespread weather warning, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds reaching speeds of up to 60 kilometers per hour, across several parts of the country from August 25 to 30. This active weather spell is anticipated to impact northwestern, central, eastern, northeastern, western, and southern regions, disrupting normal routines in various districts.
Regional Rainfall Breakdown Across States
The weather system is bringing varied intensities of rainfall across different states:
Uttar Pradesh: Western and eastern parts of the state face significant downpours, with heavy to very heavy precipitation expected through August 27. Recent heavy spells have caused waterlogging in areas like Mathura, leading local administrations to monitor situations closely.
Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh: Both eastern and western regions of Madhya Pradesh are slated for widespread rainfall and thunderstorms through the end of the month, with very heavy downpours expected in isolated pockets. Neighboring Chhattisgarh is similarly bracing for continuous rain and lightning activity from August 25 to 30.
Rajasthan & Bihar: Eastern Rajasthan anticipates isolated thunderstorms and lightning, following recent heavy spells that caused waterlogging in areas like Karauli. Meanwhile, Bihar is expecting heavy to widespread rainfall accompanied by gusty winds up to 50 km/h.
Eastern and Coastal Regions: Gangetic West Bengal, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Jharkhand, and parts of Maharashtra including Konkan and Goa are scheduled for continuous wet spells, strong surface winds, and heavy downpours throughout the week.
Safety and Preparedness
With gusty winds and lightning predicted alongside heavy downpours, authorities advise residents in affected zones to stay updated on local advisories. For real-time updates, warnings, and localized forecasts, check the official portal of the India Meteorological Department to monitor changing weather patterns in your region.
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