A powerful western disturbance is set to bring severe weather conditions across 19 states in India, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This weather system is expected to cause thunderstorms and heavy rainfall starting from May 3rd through May 5th.
Key weather alerts:
- Wind speeds may reach up to 70 to 80 kilometers per hour.
- Risk of trees being uprooted and damage to power lines due to high winds.
- Fairly widespread to widespread rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning is anticipated.
The IMD has specifically highlighted that regions such as Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, and Northeast India will experience significant impacts from this disturbance. The forecast suggests that these areas could see particularly heavy rainfall.
The IMD has issued a thunderstorm warning for several states, urging residents to stay safe and prepared. The department’s alerts indicate that the severe weather could lead to hazardous conditions.
As this weather event unfolds, officials are closely monitoring the situation. They have not ruled out the possibility of further updates as the disturbance progresses through the region.
