Kerala rains: The World Weather Attribution services stated that the rain that had lashed Wayanad on July 30 was the heaviest and the third heaviest on record in the region. It had surpassed the fury of the floods of 2018 in the state.
Delhi weather update: Heavy rain struck Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, causing severe waterlogging in Gurgaon and significant traffic disruptions. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for the region, predicting continued rainfall and thunderstorms.
According to the bulletin, the city will likely experience moderate to heavy rain or thunder with strong winds, with temperatures ranging from 23°C to 27°C.
Weather updates: Heavy to very heavy rainfall is anticipated in the northwest region, including Uttarakhand, parts of Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, and the adjoining areas of Madhya Pradesh.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) announced that Cyclone Asna, currently over the Arabian Sea, is expected to move away from the Indian coast within 24 hours.
Cyclones in the Arabian Sea during August are extremely rare. Only three such storms have been recorded between 1891 and 2023, with the last occurrence in 1976. The 1976 cyclone developed over Odisha, crossed into the Arabian Sea, and eventually weakened near the Oman coast.
Heavy rains in Mizoram triggered a landslide, causing the partial collapse of the newly constructed Kawnpui Railway Station. Fortunately, no casualties were reported. The state has been experiencing severe weather since August 20, leading to landslides across several districts.
Delhi weather update: Due to the waterlogging caused by the incessant rains, traffic in many parts of Delhi has been severely disrupted, causing delays and inconvenience for commuters. Authorities are on alert as more rain is expected in the coming days.
A small bridge over the Bhogavo River in Gujarat's Surendranagar district collapsed on Tuesday due to rising water levels from heavy rains. The 100-meter bridge, connecting Habiyasar village to Chotila town collapsed after water was discharged from an overflowing dam.
On Tuesday, light rain showers were observed in various parts of Delhi as people celebrated Shri Krishna Janmashtami. The weather added to the festive atmosphere, with cooler temperatures prevailing throughout the day.
Heavy rains in Gujarat have caused severe flooding, resulting in seven deaths and hundreds missing persons in the state. The state govt has evacuated hundreds of residents from low-lying areas and is on high alert as more rains are expected. IMD has issued warnings for several districts.
The weather department has predicted heavy rainfall in the states adjoining the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal due to the development of low-pressure area. Meanwhile, Delhi may witness light showers.
The weather department has light to extremely heavy rainfall alerts at isolated places across India. While Delhi and nearby areas may receive moderate rainfall, the western coastal states are likely to receive extremely heavy rains. Flood-torn Tripura may also receive extremely heavy rainfall.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, and surrounding regions in Maharashtra, starting from Saturday.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a 36.9% increase in rainfall across northwest India in August, driven by an active monsoon. This surge contributed to a 7.3% overall rise in rainfall nationwide.
Early in the morning, Delhi woke up to heavy rains accompanied by thundershowers, leading to severe waterlogging and traffic jams in some areas. Locals were seen facing difficulty reaching offices.
The Indian Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for many states with likely light rainfall in the national capital. Rajasthan, which witnessed heavy rains will get relief, according to the weather department.
Delhi starts the day with a warm temperature of 27.05°C, expected to rise to a high of 35.69°C. The Air Quality Index (AQI) stands at 126, indicating poor air quality. Residents are advised to plan their day considering the heat and air quality.
The IMD has issued a rainfall alert for 23 states with very heavy rainfall in states like Tamil Nadu, Bihar, and northeastern states while a heavy rainfall alert has been issued for Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Maharashtra, among others.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi, predicting light to moderate rainfall over the next two days. The rainfall is expected to bring relief from the rising temperatures, with the maximum temperature recorded at 35.2 degrees Celsius on Tuesday.
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