IMD Issues Rainfall Alert across India for the First Week of June

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a nationwide rainfall alert, indicating the likelihood of heavy showers in several regions across the country for the first week of June. 

According to the IMD forecast, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Tripura, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, West Bengal, and Sikkim will witness thunderstorms and light to moderate rainfall, along with lightning and breezes until 10 June. 

Specifically, isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall is anticipated in Assam and Meghalaya from June 3 to June 5, with heavy rainfall continuing on June 6 and 7. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim are expected to experience isolated heavy rainfall from June 3 to June 6, while Arunachal Pradesh may see heavy rainfall on June 3 and 4. Additionally, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura are predicted to receive isolated heavy rainfall on June 5 and 6.

A wet spell accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and breezes is forecasted for the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana until June 8. Tamil Nadu is expected to receive heavy showers on June 5, while Karnataka is likely to experience heavy rainfall until June 6. Andhra Pradesh may see heavy showers on June 6, and Kerala, Telangana, and Karnataka could continue to receive heavy rainfall until June 7. 

Isolated to scattered light rainfall, along with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds (30-40 kmph), is expected over Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh-Gilgit-Baltistan-Muzaffarabad, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand for the next five days. Uttar Pradesh is forecasted to have light rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and breezes until June 5, while Punjab and Haryana will experience similar conditions until June 6. Rajasthan will see light rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and breezes over the next four days.

In the wake of this high alert, residents and authorities in the regions affected are advised to keep themselves updated with the latest weather conditions. The heavy rainfall can also pose significant challenges, including waterlogging, disruption of transportation, and potential landslides in hilly areas. Therefore, continuous monitoring and proactive measures are essential to manage the impacts effectively. Overall, the IMD's rainfall alert serves as a crucial reminder of the need for preparedness and vigilance during the monsoon season, ensuring the safety and well-being of citizens across India.