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India weather alert: Heavy rain and storms forecast for multiple states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued widespread weather alerts across India, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning in approximately 14 to 22 states. Key regions under alert include Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttarakhand, and several northeastern states.
In several areas, wind speeds are expected to reach between 80 and 90 kilometers per hour. Hilly regions face significant risks of landslides, while plains may experience waterlogging and flooding. Specific warnings have been issued for Odisha, where heavy rainfall is anticipated through August 31, and for Bihar, where an orange alert covers multiple districts including Patna and Gaya.
In Delhi-NCR, recent heavy downpours have already caused waterlogging and traffic disruptions. The region has recorded a seasonal rainfall surplus of 35 percent. While some areas expect light showers and cloudy skies, the broader monsoon activity remains intense across northern and eastern India.
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- [● 6 SOURCES] Heavy rainfall and lightning warnings have been issued for Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. www.khabarfast.com · newsindialive.in · navbharatlive.com · www.informalnewz.com · www.prabhatkhabar.com · +1 more
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Bihar has an orange alert for several districts including Patna and Gaya. www.prabhatkhabar.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Cyclonic circulation is present in areas of northeast Assam and northwest Madhya Pradesh. www.informalnewz.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Delhi-NCR has experienced a seasonal rainfall surplus of 35 percent. www.newindianexpress.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Hilly states face a high risk of landslides due to heavy rainfall. www.khabarfast.com · newsindialive.in · www.informalnewz.com · navbharatlive.com
- [DISPUTED] Wind speeds in some regions could reach between 80 and 90 kilometers per hour. www.khabarfast.com · navbharatlive.com · www.informalnewz.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Odisha is expected to face heavy to very heavy rainfall between August 28 and August 31. navbharatlive.com
- [● 6 SOURCES] The IMD has issued heavy rain and thunderstorm alerts for approximately 14 to 22 Indian states. www.khabarfast.com · newsindialive.in · navbharatlive.com · www.informalnewz.com · www.punjabkesari.com · +1 more