IMD Issues Weather Warnings for Several Indian States

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather warnings for several states across India, including Goa, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Assam, Meghalaya, West Bengal, Sikkim, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Arunachal Pradesh, and Nagaland. Heavy rainfall is expected in these regions until varying dates in June. Additionally, hailstorms and squally winds are forecast for Rajasthan on June 7, while heatwave conditions are likely in Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Jharkhand on the same day.

Relief from Scorching Heat: Western Disturbance to Bring Rain and Hailstorms to Several Indian States

Several Indian states, including Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan, are expected to receive relief from the scorching heat in the coming days due to a western disturbance. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts light to moderate rainfall and hailstorms in these regions for the next three days. The wet spell is likely to bring thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds to northwest India until May 12, East India until May 13, and Central and south Peninsular India until May 15. The MeT has also forecast isolated hailstorms and gusty winds (40-50 kmph) in east Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, and Chhattisgarh. Squally winds (50-60 kmph) are possible over central Maharashtra and west Madhya Pradesh on May 13. The IMD attributes the reduction in heatwave conditions to the thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in various regions. Rajasthan will continue to experience rain and thunderstorms until May 14. Delhi and Himachal Pradesh have also reported pleasant weather conditions after recent rainfall and thunderstorms.

IMD Issues Orange Alert for Thunderstorms and Hailstorms in Pune

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Pune, Maharashtra, predicting thunderstorms and hailstorms on Saturday and Sunday. The alert also warns of gusty winds and lightning. The IMD has also issued a yellow alert for the district on May 13 and 14. Unseasonal rains brought respite from the scorching heat in Pune city and the surrounding areas on Friday afternoon, with some areas receiving heavy rainfall. The IMD has also issued an orange alert for other parts of Maharashtra, including Nashik, Ahmednagar, and Satara, while Mumbai is likely to witness a dry weather on Saturday.

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