The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a sweeping weather alert for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across 26 states and Union Territories, as monsoon activity intensifies nationwide.
Key Highlights
- Red & Orange Alerts: Issued for Maharashtra, Gujarat, Telangana, and parts of Karnataka.
- Thunderstorm Warnings: Strong winds (40–50 kmph) and lightning expected in coastal and southern regions.
- Delhi-NCR: Placed under a yellow alert with light thunderstorms forecasted.
States Under Alert
Extremely Heavy Rainfall (Isolated Places):
- North Konkan (including Mumbai)
- Gujarat
- Goa
- Madhya Maharashtra
Very Heavy Rainfall Likely In:
- Kerala, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu
- Coastal Karnataka, North Interior Karnataka
Heavy Rainfall Forecasted For:
- Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Vidarbha
- West Bengal, Sikkim
- Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand
- Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh
- Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura
Wind & Lightning Advisory
The IMD has warned of gusty winds and frequent lightning strikes, especially in coastal belts and hilly terrains. Commuters and residents are advised to stay indoors during peak rainfall hours and avoid waterlogged areas.
