IBM and NASA have collaborated to develop a new open-source AI foundation model for weather and climate applications. This model, dubbed ‘Prithvi WxC’, can be used for various purposes, including targeted forecasting, severe weather prediction, and improving climate model resolution. The model is flexible and can be fine-tuned for specific applications, making it a valuable tool for scientists, developers, and businesses.
Tropical Storm John is brewing in the eastern Pacific Ocean, posing a significant threat to southern Mexico. With heavy rainfall and strong winds expected, the storm could disrupt travel plans, cause flight delays and cancellations, and impact local businesses and tourist destinations.
India is bracing for widespread heavy rainfall from Sunday to Thursday, driven by a developing low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal and the delayed withdrawal of the southwest monsoon. While the monsoon is expected to start receding from west Rajasthan and Kachchh on Monday, the late withdrawal could pose challenges for maturing crops and rabi sowing. Despite a dry start, India has received abundant rainfall this year, aiding kharif crop sowing after last year’s low production. However, the excess rainfall in September could threaten the upcoming harvest and potentially impact inflation.
India’s much-anticipated return to Test cricket against Bangladesh faces a potential weather hurdle. Rain is predicted to disrupt the first Test match in Chennai, potentially impacting the opening day’s proceedings and delaying the start of the third session.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh on September 12th. Haryana, Delhi, and Rajasthan are under an orange alert. The IMD also warned of a depression forming over Madhya Pradesh, which is expected to bring heavy rain across the region for the next few days.
Hurricane Francine, brewing in the Gulf of Mexico, is on track to make landfall in Louisiana as a hurricane by Wednesday. Evacuations are underway, and a Hurricane Warning is in effect. The storm’s path could cause significant flooding, strong winds, and dangerous storm surge, impacting travel and coastal regions.
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) captured breathtaking images of Tropical Cyclone Bansi’s eye being illuminated by lightning strikes. The photos, taken on January 12, 2015, showcase the storm’s powerful energy and the beauty of natural phenomena from space.
The highly anticipated inaugural Test match between New Zealand and Afghanistan in Greater Noida was abandoned on the opening day due to a wet outfield. Despite repeated inspections, the ground remained unfit for play due to persistent dampness caused by heavy rainfall in the preceding week. The lack of a modern drainage system further aggravated the situation. With rain forecast throughout the week, the future of the Test match remains uncertain.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall and potential flash floods in several eastern Indian states, including Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and East Rajasthan. The IMD predicts widespread heavy to extremely heavy rainfall over the next 24 hours, with flash flood risks in parts of Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha.
