Monsoon Fury: IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alerts as States Brace

As the monsoon season continues, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has released its latest bulletin indicating that numerous states in India are expected to experience significant rainfall in the coming days. Rainfall alerts have been issued for states including Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat. Additionally, residents of Delhi can anticipate light to moderate showers along with thunderstorms.

Kerala: Orange Alert Issued

In Kerala, the IMD has raised an orange alert for August 3 and 4, forecasting heavy and widespread rainfall. The meteorological office has also indicated that the rainy conditions are likely to persist throughout the week. This warning comes in the wake of devastating landslides in the Wayanad district, which have tragically claimed over 300 lives.

Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh: Warnings of More Showers

Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh have faced severe disruptions due to cloudbursts, leading to extensive damage and loss of life. The IMD has projected additional rainfall in these regions over the coming days. In Uttarakhand, an orange alert has been issued, warning of heavy rainfall that is expected to last until August 8.

IMD Predicts Heavy Rains in Mumbai- AQI Remains in Good Category at 37

Mumbai experienced a mix of cloudy skies, light to moderate rain showers, and gusty winds on Saturday morning, a pattern that is expected to persist throughout the day. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast predicting that both the city and its suburbs will experience heavy rain showers during the afternoon and evening.

Today's Weather Update

Temperature Range: Mumbai's temperatures today are expected to range from a minimum of 26°C to a maximum of 31°C, averaging around 30°C.
Rain and Winds: Moderate to heavy rain is anticipated to continue throughout the day. Winds are expected to blow steadily from the west-northwesterly direction at 5.6 km/h.
Sunrise and Sunset: The sun rose at 6:16 am and will set around 7:14 pm.

Weather for the Coming Days

Looking ahead, the minimum temperature in Mumbai is expected to dip slightly to 25°C on Sunday and Monday. From Tuesday to Thursday, the minimum temperature will likely rise again to 26°C. Throughout the week, maximum temperatures are forecast to range between 30-31°C.

Rain Forecast for the Upcoming Week

Mumbai is expected to experience cloudy skies with moderate to occasional heavy rains throughout the upcoming week. The city has already faced heavy rains and thundershowers over the past few weeks, leading to a noticeable drop in temperatures and an improvement in the Air Quality Index (AQI). The AQI has fallen into the 'good' and 'satisfactory' categories due to continuous rains.

AQI Remains in Good Category

Mumbai's AQI for PM10 particles currently stands at 37, which is classified as 'good.' According to SAFAR-India, AQI values between zero and 50 are considered 'good,' while values between 50 and 100 are 'satisfactory.' It is important to note that caution is advised for AQI levels between 100 and 200, which are classified as 'moderate.'

WEATHER UPDATES

IMD Issues Red Alert: Heavy Rains to Pound Bihar, Jharkhand, and Five Other States

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for several states due to the forecast of heavy rain. The states affected include Jharkhand, Bihar, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, and portions of Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan.

Current Situation

As of 5:30 am, a depression was located approximately 70 km southwest of Gaya, Bihar, and 60 km east-northeast of Daltonganj, Jharkhand. The IMD predicts that over the next 48 hours, this system will continue to move west-northwest across northwest Jharkhand, southeast Uttar Pradesh, east Madhya Pradesh, and adjacent north Chhattisgarh.

State-Specific Rainfall Predictions

Jharkhand: On August 3, Jharkhand is expected to see mild to moderate rainfall across most of the state, with heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in some areas. Isolated areas of northwest Jharkhand may experience weak rainfall events.
Bihar: Most of Bihar is forecasted to have mild to moderate rainfall, with intermittent heavy to very heavy rainfall expected between August 3 and August 6.
Chhattisgarh: Northern regions of Chhattisgarh are expected to receive light to moderate rainfall on August 3, with isolated spots experiencing exceptionally heavy rainfall and heavy to very heavy rainfall in some areas.
West Bengal: From August 3 to 6, the Sub-Himalayan region of West Bengal is expected to see light to moderate rainfall in most areas, with isolated parts experiencing heavy to extremely heavy rainfall. The rest of the state will also see comparable rainfall activity on August 3.
Madhya Pradesh: East Madhya Pradesh is expected to get mild to moderate rainfall on August 3 and 4, with isolated areas experiencing heavy to extremely heavy rainfall. West Madhya Pradesh will have similar conditions from August 3 to 5.
Uttar Pradesh: East Uttar Pradesh is predicted to see light to moderate rainfall on August 3, with isolated areas receiving exceptionally heavy rainfall and some spots experiencing heavy to very heavy rainfall. The area is expected to continue seeing mild to moderate rainfall from August 4 to 6, with sporadic heavy showers.
Rajasthan: Most of East Rajasthan will get mild to moderate rainfall, with sporadic heavy rains expected between August 3 and August 6. Isolated very heavy rainfall is predicted on August 3, with extremely heavy rainfall likely on August 4.

The IMD has forecasted significant rainfall across multiple states, urging residents to remain cautious and prepared for potential heavy rains and adverse weather conditions.

With inputs from agencies

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