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India Braces for Storms: Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms Ahead
6 Sep
Summary
- Isolated heavy rainfall predicted across multiple Indian states on Sunday.
- Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are expected in various regions.
- A weather outlook forecasts continued rainfall activity from September 7-11.

Isolated heavy rainfall is anticipated across India on Sunday, September 6, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in various regions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued yellow alerts for states such as Assam, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, and Bihar.
Specific alerts highlight the likelihood of thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The IMD forecasts that this active rainfall pattern will persist across the country from September 7 to September 11, with particular regions like Uttarakhand and eastern Uttar Pradesh expected to receive heavy rainfall.
Further predictions indicate widespread rainfall and thunderstorms for eastern and northeastern India, including Bihar and Jharkhand. South Indian states can expect scattered rainfall, with more widespread activity anticipated in coastal Karnataka and Lakshadweep later in the week. Some areas in Gujarat and Maharashtra may also experience scattered rainfall.