Heatwave Alert in India: IMD’s Weather Forecast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for southern parts of India today. Additionally, light to moderate rains and hailstorms are predicted in East, Central, and Peninsular India until April 9.
Heatwave Conditions Predictions by IMD:
IMD forecasts heatwave conditions in isolated pockets of Rayalaseema, North Interior Karnataka, and Telangana on April 8. In Karnataka, heatwave conditions are expected over several districts. The maximum temperature is likely to rise gradually in various districts of North Interior Karnataka and South Interior Karnataka over the next two days.
Yesterday, Rayalaseema recorded a temperature of 44.5 degrees Celsius, while other regions also experienced high temperatures.
IMD’s Rainfall Predictions:
IMD anticipates scattered to fairly widespread light/moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in several states from April 7 to April 13. Some regions may also witness hailstorm activity.
Light rains are expected in several Karnataka districts, while East Madhya Pradesh, West Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Marathwada, Madhya Maharashtra, Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, and Jharkhand are likely to experience rainfall during specific periods.
In Chhattisgarh, light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is expected during April 8-11, while Marathwada and Madhya Maharashtra may witness rain and thunderstorms from April 9-13. Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, and Jharkhand may experience rainfall on specific dates in April.
These weather predictions aim to provide essential information for residents and authorities to prepare and stay safe amidst changing weather conditions.
