Heavy Rains Forecast Across India: Orange Alert Issued for Multiple States

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for several states in India, predicting heavy rainfall on August 20. The alert covers West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Lakshadweep, Puducherry, and Kerala, with the possibility of very heavy rainfall in some areas. The IMD attributes the anticipated downpours to a low-pressure area over south Bangladesh. The agency also forecasts a continuation of wet weather in various parts of the country for the upcoming days, including Delhi where light rain is expected.

Delhi Experiencing Longest Continuous Rainfall in 13 Years, More Rain Expected

The National Capital Region (NCR) is experiencing the longest continuous spell of rain in 13 years, with downpours lasting 14 days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts more rain in the coming days, attributing the heavy rainfall to a combination of factors including the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) returning to neutral and the La Niña phase expected to develop later this month. The IMD forecasts indicate that the monsoon will be above normal for the remaining months, with September likely to see more rainfall than August.

Heavy Rains Expected Across India This Weekend

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for several states in India, predicting heavy rainfall on Saturday, August 17. The monsoon weather system is expected to bring significant rainfall to regions including West Bengal, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Tamil Nadu, and Odisha.

Heavy Rains Forecast Across India: Kerala on Orange Alert, Lakshadweep Under Red Alert

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather alerts for various parts of India, including heavy rainfall warnings for Kerala and Lakshadweep. Kerala’s Wayanad district is under an ‘orange’ alert, while Lakshadweep is under a ‘red’ alert due to the potential for extremely heavy rainfall. The IMD has also predicted rainfall across other parts of India, including northwest, west and central India, and the east and northeast regions.

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