IMD Issues Rain and Thunderstorm Alerts Across Multiple States on September 22
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather alerts for several regions across India on September
• Thunderstorms and lightning are expected in Gujarat, including Saurashtra and Kutch. Heavy rainfall with thunderstorms is forecast for Jharkhand, Konkan & Goa (including Mumbai), and Odisha. Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, is also under a thunderstorm and lightning warning. West Madhya Pradesh and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim may experience thunderstorms, lightning, and squalls. Bengaluru is likely to see rain or thundershowers with gusty winds, while Hyderabad may experience moderate rains. Coastal Andhra Pradesh is under a heavy rainfall warning, with very heavy rain expected on September 23 and
Impact & Risks
The weather conditions could disrupt daily life in affected areas, particularly in regions under heavy rainfall and thunderstorm warnings. Lightning poses a significant risk to life and property, especially in Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu, and Odisha. Squally weather in Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim may impact transportation and outdoor activities. Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Odisha could face flooding risks due to very heavy rainfall. Residents in Bengaluru and Hyderabad may experience localised waterlogging and travel delays. No immediate risks are reported for Delhi-NCR, Punjab, or Rajasthan.
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