IMD Issues Heavy Rain and Hailstorm Alert for Delhi-NCR and Six States Amid Cyclone Arnab
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast thunderstorms and hailstorms in Delhi-NCR on 30 October
• A low-pressure area in the South Andaman Sea is expected to intensify into a depression, contributing to severe weather conditions across multiple states. Cyclone Arnab, which recently made landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast, has weakened but continues to impact weather patterns. Heavy to very heavy rainfall warnings have been issued for states including Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha. Rescue operations are ongoing in Odisha due to floods and landslides caused by the cyclone. Lightning, strong winds, and hailstorms are expected in several regions, and the IMD is closely monitoring the situation.
Impact & Risks
The severe weather conditions are likely to disrupt daily life in affected areas, including Delhi-NCR, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and other states under heavy rainfall alerts. Flooding and landslides in Odisha have already necessitated rescue operations, posing risks to residents and infrastructure. Thunderstorms, hailstorms, and strong winds may lead to property damage and power outages. Lightning strikes could also pose a threat to human safety, particularly in open areas.
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