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Jharkhand Braces for Torrential Rain, Thunderstorms
25 Aug
Summary
- Orange alert for very heavy rain in specific Jharkhand districts.
- Yellow alert issued for widespread heavy rain across the state.
- Low-pressure area over Odisha and Bengal driving the weather.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued significant weather warnings for Jharkhand, with orange and yellow alerts indicating very heavy rain and thunderstorms. These alerts are in effect for Monday and Tuesday, primarily affecting districts such as Simdega, West Singhbhum, Gumla, Khunti, and Lohardaga. The disruptive weather is being driven by a low-pressure area located over north coastal Odisha and adjoining parts of West Bengal and Jharkhand.
Residents across the state are urged to remain vigilant, especially in flood-prone or vulnerable zones, as the IMD forecasts continued thunderstorm activity from Tuesday through Thursday. Light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms has already been recorded in most areas over the past 24 hours, with West Singhbhum reporting the highest rainfall. The forecast indicates continued heavy rainfall and gusty winds, with speeds reaching 30-40 kmph in isolated locations.
