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On Friday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an alert for dust storms, thunderstorms, and rain in Delhi and the surrounding National Capital Region (NCR). These weather events were expected to bring winds gusting up to 50-70 kilometers per hour. Vice president of SkymetWeather, Mahesh Palawat, noted that rain clouds were approaching the area and predicted light rain to commence soon, potentially spreading to other parts of the region. The weather forecast also indicated the possibility of rain in the subsequent days.

Thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in South Bengal have caused significant damage, resulting in the tragic loss of six lives. Several districts, including Nadia, Purulia, and Purba Bardhaman, have been severely impacted, with infrastructure damage and disruption to essential services. Train services were affected on the Sealdah-Canning line due to fallen plantain leaves on an overhead wire, while several Kolkata-bound flights were diverted or delayed due to inclement weather. The Meteorological Department has forecast continued thunderstorms in the region until May 10.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has brought some respite to the eastern regions of the country suffering from an intense heat wave. The intensity has slightly decreased due to two Western Disturbances, leading to forecasted relief within the next two days. Meanwhile, the IMD predicts heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds over Northeast India and a wet spell in East India until May 9, with peak intensity on May 6-7. South Peninsular India will also experience a wet spell with thunderstorms and gusty winds from May 5 to May 9, with the strongest impact expected on May 7-8.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the heatwave conditions in Odisha, West Bengal, and Bihar will subside in three days due to thunderstorm activity in the eastern region. However, similar heatwave conditions will persist in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, interior Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu for the next four days. The IMD has issued an orange alert for heatwave in Telangana, West Bengal, and coastal Karnataka. Light to moderate rainfall is expected in the northeastern states for the next two days, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Tripura, and Mizoram on May 5 and 6. Light to moderate rainfall is also expected in the South Peninsula region and East India after three-four days.

Karachi, Hyderabad, and other parts of Sindh are expecting a spell of rain, thunderstorms, and dust-raising winds this Thursday and Friday. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) anticipates a westerly wave to engulf most upper and central parts of the province by Friday. Weather forecasts suggest partly cloudy conditions for most districts, with the aforementioned cities and others experiencing potential impacts from the weather system, including impacts on crops, loose structures, and human life. Farmers are advised to adjust their crop management practices accordingly. The weather is also expected to bring a slight drop in temperatures.

Scorching heat is expected to persist in East and South Peninsular India for the next five days, according to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). Severe heatwave conditions will impact coastal Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, isolated pockets of Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim, as well as interior Karnataka. Other regions likely to experience heatwave conditions include isolated pockets of Bihar, Jharkhand, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Rayalaseema, and coastal Karnataka. The IMD has issued a red alert for Gangetic West Bengal, indicating a high likelihood of heat-related illnesses. Relief is expected for some regions as rainfall is forecasted over Northwest India from April 26 to April 28. Northeast India may experience heavy rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning on April 24, 28, and 28. Various areas in Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, South Madhya Pradesh, and interior Karnataka are likely to experience isolated light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds from April 24 to April 27.

The Met Office has issued a warning for thunderstorms this weekend following a wet and miserable start to the week in the North West. From Sunday, April 28 to Tuesday, May 7, an ‘uncertain’ but likely ‘unsettled’ period is expected due to a frontal system moving north across the UK. Strong winds, coastal gales, and showery weather with potential thunderstorms are predicted for Sunday and Monday. Low-pressure patterns will result in wet weather in the south and southeast, while all parts of the country may experience some rain. Temperatures will be slightly above average, but cooler interludes are possible. As we move into May, the north may see drier conditions, while the south is expected to have a higher chance of rain.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a weather forecast warning of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across the country from April 23 to 29. Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and Sindh are expected to be affected by the inclement weather. The heavy rainfall may cause flooding and landslides in some areas.

Hong Kong has experienced heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, prompting the issuance of the third amber rainstorm warning within a week. The Observatory warns of the potential for flooding and advises residents to take precautions.

Michigan is bracing for a unique blend of weather patterns on Tuesday, including thunderstorms that may transition to snow overnight. The culprit behind this abrupt change is a cold front moving into the state, bringing with it rain and the possibility of damaging winds, hail, and lightning between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. The northern half of the Lower Peninsula faces an elevated risk compared to the southern half. As temperatures drop, the precipitation is expected to change to light snow, with overnight and early morning lows reaching 15 degrees in the Upper Peninsula.