Tag: Monsoon

Delhi is bracing for a spell of rain, thunderstorms, and strong gusty winds reaching up to 70 kilometers per hour from Wednesday through Friday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned. In response to the expected severe weather, the IMD has issued yellow and orange alerts signaling moderate to severe weather-related risks for the city.

Assam’s flood preparedness measures were thoroughly reviewed in a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Ravi Kota on Saturday, as the state gears up for the upcoming monsoon season. Officials from various departments and central agencies participated in the discussion, with district commissioners joining remotely.

Thiruvananthapuram: With the southwest monsoon forecasted to arrive on Kerala’s coast by the end of May, the Kerala government convened a high-level meeting to review and expedite pre-monsoon preparedness across the state. The meeting was held at the Chief Minister’s conference hall and was attended by cabinet ministers, district collectors, and senior government officials.

Heavy rains and severe waterlogging in Bengaluru on Wednesday evening resulted in major disruptions, with many commuters forced to leave their vehicles and walk home. The Bengaluru traffic police closed one side of the Electronics City flyover due to the flooding, leading to a massive traffic jam that lasted for over two hours.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for several regions across India, forecasting extremely heavy rainfall due to active monsoon conditions. The alert encompasses East Rajasthan, East Madhya Pradesh, West Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Konkan, Goa, and Central Maharashtra.

Residents of Mumbai woke up to another day of relentless rainfall, causing significant waterlogging and traffic disruptions across the city. The monsoon fury has resulted in a fresh wave of flooding, with old footage of the Gateway of India going viral on social media amid the current crisis.

Karnataka is set to experience heavy rains in the next 24 hours, with the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a red alert for the Uttara Kannada district until July 16. The coastal region of the state is already on high alert as authorities prepare for the impending downpour.

A dramatic video capturing an 8-foot-long crocodile casually crossing a rain-soaked road in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, has sent waves of astonishment across social media. The footage, which has since gone viral, shows the reptile calmly navigating the wet terrain, causing a stir among motorists and locals alike.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an 'orange' alert for Delhi amidst forecasts of heavy rainfall over the next four days. This alert comes in the wake of the monsoon's arrival, which brought the heaviest downpour in 88 years to the city.

Gujarat is experiencing widespread rainfall and is expected to continue under a wet spell until July 3, following the activation of a cyclonic circulation over south Gujarat, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

As the South-West monsoon sweeps into Mumbai, bringing much-awaited relief from the scorching summer heat, Mumbaikars have eagerly embraced the arrival of the first rains. From sharing their joy on social media platforms to venturing outdoors on cycles, the city is alive with the enthusiasm for the wet, cool weather.

In a recent development, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning regarding the formation of a cyclonic storm in the Arabian Sea. The IMD reported that a low-pressure area over the southeast and southwest Arabian Sea has evolved into a depression, and it is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm by Saturday morning. Following the naming convention for cyclones in the Indian Ocean Region, this impending storm will be designated as 'Tej.'

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has confirmed the complete withdrawal of the southwest monsoon, four days beyond the usual date. The onset of the northeast monsoon is anticipated for the southern peninsular region in the next three days, with a weakened initial phase. India experienced below-average cumulative rainfall in 2023, primarily attributed to strengthening El Nino conditions.

As the monsoon approaches Madhya Pradesh, the state is bracing for heavy rain and thunderstorms in various cities, including Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, Sagar, and more. The weakening of Cyclone Biparjoy has resulted in a trough line extending from Punjab, paving the way for rainfall across the region.