Weather Update: IMD Warns of Heatwave in Delhi, UP, and 8 Other States; Heavy Rains Alert in Northeast
June 3, 2024 — The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued significant weather warnings, indicating a dual threat of severe heatwaves in several northern and central states and heavy rainfall in the northeastern regions of India.
Heatwave Alerts
The IMD predicts heatwave conditions in the following states:
– Punjab, Haryana, Delhi: Expected heatwave till June 4.
– Jammu and Kashmir: Isolated heatwave conditions till June 4.
– lHimachal Pradesh: Heatwave conditions today.
– Uttar Pradesh: Heatwave conditions till June 5.
– Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh: Heatwave on June 3.
– Odisha: Heatwave until June 4, with further conditions from June 5 to June 6.
– Jharkhand: Heatwave from June 4 to June 6.
– Bihar, Konkan, Goa: Hot and humid weather on June 2 and June 4.
Heavy Rainfall Warnings
As the Southwest monsoon advances, heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected over:
– Assam, West Bengal, Sikkim, Meghalaya: Heavy rainfall until June 6.
– Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura: Heavy rainfall until June 4.
– Tamil Nadu: Heavy rainfall on June 5.
– Karnataka: Heavy rainfall until June 6.
Additionally, thunderstorms with light to moderate rainfall, lightning, and gusty winds (30-40 kmph) are anticipated over Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and Karnataka. Light to moderate rainfall is expected over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry & Karaikal, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Rayalaseema over the next week.
Implications
The heatwave poses severe health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations. Precautions should be taken to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged sun exposure. Conversely, the heavy rains may cause flooding and landslides in affected areas, disrupting daily life and transport.
The IMD’s dual warnings of extreme heat and heavy rainfall call for preparedness and caution across the impacted regions. Residents are advised to stay updated with local weather forecasts and heed safety advisories.
Stay tuned for further updates and take necessary precautions to stay safe during these extreme weather conditions.
