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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted various weather conditions in different parts of the country:
– Dust storm in Delhi today, followed by rain and thunderstorm in Northwestern states till Thursday.
– Very heavy rainfall in the Karnataka and Konkan coasts from Friday onwards.
– Heat wave conditions in parts of East India, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh for the next 5 days.
– Isolated heavy rainfall in parts of Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Rayalaseema in the coming days.
– Scattered light to moderate rainfall in Bihar, Jharkhand, Gangetic West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Vidarbha, and Madhya Pradesh.
– Isolated to scattered light rainfall in hilly regions like Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh-Gilgit-Baltistan-Muzaffarabad, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
– Dust storm is very likely over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi on Thursday, and in Rajasthan from 6-8 June.
– Heatwave conditions in isolated pockets of Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, and severe heatwave in some parts of Uttar Pradesh till 9 June.

Delhi, known for its extreme weather, has been experiencing scorching temperatures in recent days. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted some relief for the national capital today, with light rain and dust storms predicted later in the day. The city recorded a minimum temperature of 30.4 degrees Celsius, while the maximum temperature is likely to reach 45 degrees Celsius.

Mumbai, Thane, and surrounding areas experienced a respite from the scorching heat on Monday afternoon as heavy rains accompanied by a dust storm, lightning, gusty winds, and thunder hit the region. The Regional Meteorological Center (RMC) has issued yellow and orange alerts for various districts in Maharashtra, warning of thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. Meteorologists advise residents to stay indoors due to the intense rainfall and high wind speeds.

A severe dust storm struck Delhi on Friday night, claiming two lives and injuring six others. The storm also caused widespread damage to buildings and vehicles, uprooted trees, and disrupted power supply. Neighboring areas such as Noida and Ghaziabad were also affected by the strong winds, leading to traffic and flight disruptions. The storm brought down a signboard in Dwarka More, damaging two vehicles, including an ambulance. Nine flights were diverted from Delhi airport due to squally winds and rainfall. The storm was accompanied by winds exceeding 50 km/h and led to a dip in temperatures on Saturday, with light rainfall reported in several parts of the city.

Athens and southern Greece experienced an unusual sight on Tuesday as strong winds carried sand and dust from northern Africa, transforming the skies into an eerie orange hue. The meteorological phenomenon, fueled by the strength of the winds, resulted in an influx of dust and sand particles, creating a surreal and dramatic spectacle.

On Tuesday, orange-hued dust clouds originating from North Africa engulfed Athens, Greece, creating a surreal spectacle. The dust, carried by strong southerly winds, transformed the atmosphere of Athens, giving it a Martian-like appearance. Despite the stunning visual, the dust storm also brought concerns, as it triggered unseasonal wildfires. The dust storm is predicted to clear on Wednesday, but strong winds and high temperatures have heightened fears of a challenging wildfire season in Greece.

A massive dust storm originating from Africa has enveloped Athens and other Greek cities, casting a yellow-orange hue over the sky. Meteorological experts predict that the storm will bring mud rains to the country’s northern and western regions, while elevated spring temperatures will amplify its impact. The winds are expected to shift westward on Wednesday, leading to reduced dust levels. The storm poses potential health risks, particularly for individuals with respiratory conditions, prompting doctors to issue warnings about increased exposure risks. In Libya, the Sahara sandstorm resulted in the suspension of air traffic on Monday and Tuesday, with winds reaching speeds of up to 70 km/h, according to the Libya Observer.

Southern Greece is facing an influx of Saharan dust, turning the skies orange and triggering early wildfires. Strong southerly winds have transported the dust from North Africa, creating a surreal Martian-like atmosphere over Athens. Temperatures remain elevated in the south, reaching 30 degrees Celsius, while the north experiences cooler conditions. The wildfires, fanned by strong winds, have led to arrests on the island of Paros and control efforts near a naval base in Crete. Concerns are rising about a potentially challenging fire season due to persistent drought and high temperatures.

In an unexpected turn of events, several parts of Delhi experienced precipitation ranging from light to moderate intensity on Tuesday evening. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) had earlier predicted the likelihood of moderate rainfall and strong winds in Delhi-NCR (Dadri, Greater Noida) and surrounding areas, including Safidon, Barwala, Jind, Hissar, Hansi, Meham, Tosham, Bhiwani, Loharu, Kosali, and Mahendargarh.

Delhi witnessed a welcome respite from the scorching heat as a pre-monsoon storm brought rain and gusty winds. The intense heatwave conditions, with temperatures reaching 35 degrees Celsius, gave way to a dust storm followed by a thunderstorm with rainfall and strong winds ranging from 40 to 70 kmph. The weather department anticipates the storm to continue for the next two hours over Delhi and the National Capital Region. The minimum temperature remains at 22.6 degrees Celsius, while the maximum is expected to settle around 38 degrees Celsius.