- A deep depression over Gangetic West Bengal is expected to weaken into a depression in the next 24 hours, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
- Several states, including West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Bihar, are on high alert for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall.
- IMD has also issued warnings for possible flash floods in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh due to developing weather systems.
What is causing the heavy rainfall across multiple states?
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has been closely monitoring a deep depression formed over Gangetic West Bengal and parts of Bangladesh. This weather system is moving westward and is expected to weaken gradually over the next 24 hours. Despite this weakening, the IMD has issued alerts for heavy rainfall across several states, with West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Bihar set to experience the most severe weather.
In West Bengal, particularly Kolkata and surrounding regions, authorities are bracing for very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall. Southern parts of Gangetic West Bengal are expected to be hardest hit, with a warning of isolated downpours in the coming days. The IMD has also placed nearby states like Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Bihar on alert for similar weather conditions.
Which other regions are at risk?
The IMD’s warnings extend far beyond West Bengal. Heavy rains are predicted in Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and parts of Madhya Pradesh through the weekend. Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh are also facing potential flash floods, particularly in Shimla and Sirmour districts, due to a developing depression over Uttar Pradesh. The weather in North India, especially in Uttar Pradesh, will remain unstable with periods of isolated heavy rainfall expected in both eastern and western parts of the state.
Southern states, including Kerala and coastal Karnataka, will experience scattered light to moderate rainfall. The Delhi region may see a brief break from the rain after September 14, with more wet weather expected after September 18.
Conclusion: Be Prepared for Severe Weather
The IMD’s alerts across multiple states emphasize the need for preparedness as heavy rainfall and potential floods loom. Regions like West Bengal and Jharkhand are particularly vulnerable, and residents are advised to stay updated with local weather reports. With the deep depression expected to weaken but continue to cause heavy rains, caution is key.
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