It’s time to take a closer look at the upcoming weather patterns and potential weather hazards across various regions of India. The meteorological department has issued a comprehensive weather forecast, highlighting the expected rainfall and warning of isolated heavy rainfall activity in certain areas. Let’s delve into the specifics of the forecast for different parts of the country.
Northwest India: Expecting Light to Moderate Rainfall with Occasional Intense Showers
From August 14th to 18th, Northwest India is expected to witness scattered to fairly widespread rainfall. The states of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and West Uttar Pradesh are likely to experience light to moderate rain on August 14th. In addition, Uttarakhand is expected to encounter isolated heavy rainfall during this period, particularly on the 14th of August.
Isolated very heavy rainfall activity is predicted for Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand on August 14th. Residents and local authorities in these regions are advised to stay vigilant and take necessary precautions to mitigate the impact of heavy rainfall.
East India: Variable Rainfall Patterns with Heavy Showers
The forecast for East India from August 14th to 18th suggests light to moderate scattered rainfall. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim are expected to experience isolated heavy rainfall on the 14th and 15th of August, while Gangetic West Bengal is likely to see heavy showers on the 16th and 17th. Odisha is predicted to have rainfall from the 15th to the 18th, Jharkhand from the 15th to the 17th, and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands from the 14th to the 16th of August.
The potential for heavy rainfall in these regions calls for preparedness and monitoring of local water bodies to prevent flooding and related issues.
Northeast India: Widespread Rainfall with Isolated Heavy Showers
The Northeastern states of India, including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura, are forecasted to experience moderate to heavy rainfall from the 13th to the 17th of August. Isolated very heavy rainfall is expected over Assam and Meghalaya on the 13th and 18th of August, and over Nagaland on the 18th.
Residents in these states should remain cautious of potential landslides and flooding in low-lying areas due to the heavy rainfall.
Central, West & South India: Scattered Rainfall with Some Heavy Showers
Central, West, and South India are anticipated to witness isolated to scattered rainfall with a likelihood of isolated heavy rainfall over East Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh on the 16th and 17th of August. However, the forecast indicates subdued rainfall activity over the remaining parts of these regions for the next 7 days.
While the overall rainfall is expected to be limited, the focus should be on areas that could experience heavier showers, such as East Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, to prevent localized flooding and ensure safety measures are in place.
