Heavy Rains Forecast for Gujarat, Cyclone Asna Moves Away

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain warning for most of Gujarat for the next five days, with an orange alert for South Gujarat. While Cyclone Asna has moved away, strong winds and thunderstorms are expected in various regions. The recent heavy rains have already caused flooding and infrastructure damage in the state.

India Braces for Heavy Rainfall as Monsoon Season Peaks

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast above-average rainfall across India in September, with heavy to very heavy precipitation expected in northwest India and surrounding areas. The monsoon trough has shifted south of its normal position, leading to below-normal rainfall in the northeast and parts of the southern peninsula.

Cyclone Asna: A Rare Weather Event in the Arabian Sea

Cyclone Asna, a rare meteorological event originating in the Arabian Sea, has moved away from the Gujarat coast after developing as a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal. The cyclone, only the fourth to form in the Arabian Sea in August since 1944, is currently moving west-northwest and is expected to weaken in the coming days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for several regions due to heavy rainfall and has advised fishermen to avoid certain areas.

Heavy Rainfall Warning Issued for Gujarat, Karnataka, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Gujarat, Karnataka, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands due to heavy rainfall. A red alert is also in place for Saurashtra and Kutch regions of Gujarat, where heavy rains have caused flooding and disruption. Several other states are under a yellow alert. The IMD has predicted heavy rainfall in various regions across the country until the end of August.

Chennai Braces for Dry August End, Despite Isolated Rain Predictions

Chennai is expected to experience a dry August despite isolated rain spells predicted by some. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) attributes the lack of significant rainfall to the concentration of winds and moisture around Gujarat and the low pressure forming over the Bay of Bengal. While the city may see light to moderate rain with thunderstorms in the next 48 hours, the IMD anticipates subdued rainfall activity for the next week to 10 days.

Heavy Rains Predicted for Gujarat, Goa, Maharashtra: IMD Issues Warnings

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings of heavy rainfall across parts of Gujarat, Goa, and Maharashtra over the next few days. The rains are attributed to a depression intensifying over northwest Madhya Pradesh and adjoining east Rajasthan. The IMD has also issued alerts for strong winds and rough sea conditions, advising fishermen to avoid venturing out in the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal.

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