IMD Issues Severe Weather Warning for 17 States, Strong Winds and Hail Expected

New Delhi: The weather of the entire country has suddenly changed. People in South India are waiting for the monsoon and it is just about to arrive. At the same time, there is a fear of storms, rain and hail in many states of North, East and Central India. The Meteorological Department has issued an alert in 17 states including Delhi, UP, Bihar, Jharkhand on Wednesday.

What warning has the Meteorological Department given?

Strong winds of 50 to 80 kilometres per hour may occur in many states. Along with this, clouds will thunder, there will be lightning and hail may also fall in many places. The weather is changing so rapidly due to western disturbances and cyclonic winds.

When will the monsoon reach Kerala?

The Meteorological Department says that monsoon will reach Kerala any time now. After that it will gradually move towards other states. As soon as monsoon arrives, heavy rain will start in many places.

How will the weather be in Delhi-NCR?

Delhi and surrounding areas will remain cloudy throughout the day today. There may be a dust storm in the afternoon or evening and light drizzle may also occur. The wind will blow at a speed of 50 to 70 kilometers per hour.

What will be the condition of Uttar Pradesh?

There are chances of light rain with strong thunder and lightning in many districts of UP. Heat will still bother the eastern districts. Dusty wind will also blow in some areas.

Why was orange alert issued in Rajasthan?

Hail may fall, and heavy rain and dust storms may occur in many districts of Rajasthan. Wind speed can go up to 70 kilometers per hour. Therefore, Orange Alert has been given.

Will the heat reduce in Punjab and Haryana?

The temperature may drop by 2 to 4 degrees due to storm and rain in both the states. There will be light to moderate rain and thunder.

How did the weather become dangerous in Rajasthan?

It has been raining continuously in many districts of Rajasthan for the last three days. Three people died in accidents caused by storm and rain in Jaisalmer and Barmer. In Barmer, two children lost their lives when the wall of a kutcha house collapsed.