Severe Heatwave and Heavy Rainfall Warnings Issued by IMD for Multiple Indian States

News Synopsis
The heatwave is not limited to the red alert zones. Residents in Delhi, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Chandigarh, and Haryana can also expect scorching temperatures for the next few days. Additionally, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu will experience hot weather on June 13th, while northwest Rajasthan, northeast Rajasthan, and northeast Madhya Pradesh are forecast to feel the heat on June 13th and 14th.
Monsoon Update: Southwest Monsoon Makes Further Advancements
The IMD has also provided positive news regarding the Southwest Monsoon. The monsoon has continued its progress, reaching more regions of Maharashtra, and parts of Chhattisgarh and Telangana. It is expected to further expand its reach to Coastal Andhra Pradesh, parts of Odisha, and the northwest Bay of Bengal within the next 2-3 days.
Heavy Rainfall Warning: Northeast India to Experience Downpours
While parts of India grapple with the heat, the Northeast is set to experience heavy rainfall. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has identified two cyclonic circulations, one over Northeast Assam and adjoining areas, and another over Bangladesh. These weather patterns will bring isolated to heavy rainfall to Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, and Sikkim for the next four days.
Sikkim and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal are even forecast to experience extremely heavy rainfall today, with Meghalaya and Assam joining them on June 15th. The upcoming four days are also likely to see moderate rainfall accompanied by lightning and thunderstorms in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Gangetic West Bengal, and Vidarbha.
Heavy rainfall events to the following states over the next four days:
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Arunachal Pradesh
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Assam
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Meghalaya
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Sub-Himalayan West Bengal
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Sikkim
Extremely heavy rainfall is forecast for Sikkim and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal today (June 13), with Meghalaya and Assam expected to experience similar conditions on June 15.
Moderate rainfall accompanied by lightning and thunderstorms is anticipated across:
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Madhya Pradesh
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Chhattisgarh
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Bihar
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Odisha
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Jharkhand
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Gangetic West Bengal
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Vidarbha
These regions can expect these weather conditions over the next four days.
Conclusion
The latest weather forecast from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) paints a mixed picture for various regions across India. As severe heatwave conditions persist, residents in the red alert zones of Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and several other states are bracing for extreme temperatures. Additionally, areas including Delhi, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Chandigarh, and Haryana will experience scorching heat in the coming days, with temporary spikes in Himachal Pradesh, Jammu, and parts of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
On a more positive note, the Southwest Monsoon is making significant advancements, reaching more regions in Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana, and is expected to expand further into Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and the northwest Bay of Bengal shortly.
Meanwhile, the Northeast is gearing up for heavy rainfall due to cyclonic circulations over Northeast Assam and Bangladesh. States like Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, and Sikkim are set to receive substantial downpours over the next four days, with particularly heavy rainfall forecast for Sikkim and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal today, and for Meghalaya and Assam on June 15th.
Furthermore, moderate rainfall coupled with lightning and thunderstorms is anticipated across Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Gangetic West Bengal, and Vidarbha, providing some relief from the heat but also posing challenges related to severe weather conditions.
Residents in these regions are advised to stay updated with the latest weather information and take necessary precautions to stay safe during these extreme weather events.
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