The Indian monsoon continues to unleash its power across the country, with several states experiencing heavy rainfall in recent days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall across various regions, with a special focus on Uttarakhand and East Rajasthan.
Heavy Rainfall Warning and Orange Alert
The IMD has issued an Orange alert for Uttarakhand, Odisha, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Konkan, and Goa, indicating a high likelihood of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. The agency has also predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall (≥ 12 cm) at isolated places in Uttarakhand, Odisha, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Konkan, and Goa. Heavy rainfall (≥ 7 cm) is also expected in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Sikkim, Bihar, Jharkhand, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Madhya Maharashtra, Gujarat Region, Telangana, and Coastal Karnataka.
Potential Impacts
The IMD has cautioned residents of the affected states to be prepared for potential flooding, traffic disruptions, minor road damage, and damage to vulnerable structures due to the heavy rainfall.
Delhi Weather
Delhi is expected to have a pleasant day with partially cloudy skies and light to moderate spells of rain and thundershowers. The maximum temperature is predicted to be around 36 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is expected to hover around 26 degrees Celsius.
Mumbai Weather
Mumbai is anticipated to experience partly cloudy skies with moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds in the evening. The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC Mumbai) has forecast a maximum temperature of 35 degrees Celsius and a minimum temperature of 24 degrees Celsius for the next 24 hours.
The IMD continues to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as necessary. It’s essential for people residing in the affected areas to stay informed about the latest weather forecasts and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
