Kolkata Faces Continued Rain and Thunderstorms: IMD Issues Yellow Alert
Kolkata rain today: IMD issues yellow alert as rain, thunderstorms to continue for second day. Check full week's forecast
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Kolkata, India, is expected to experience thunderstorms and rainfall for several days, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a yellow alert. Despite adverse weather conditions, voter turnout exceeded 90% during recent elections. The forecast indicates continued rain until at least May 3, 2026.
- 01Kolkata is under a yellow alert due to expected thunderstorms and rainfall.
- 02Voter turnout exceeded 90% despite disruptions from the weather.
- 03Heavy rainfall is anticipated in several districts of West Bengal.
- 04A cyclonic circulation is causing increased moisture and thunderstorms.
- 05Fishermen are advised to avoid the sea due to rough conditions.
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Kolkata, India, is set to endure thunderstorms and rain for the upcoming days, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for the city. The adverse weather conditions did not deter voters, as the turnout remained above 90% during recent elections. The IMD predicts thunderstorms with gusty winds reaching 40-50 km/h until at least May 3, 2026. A cyclonic circulation over North Bengal is contributing to the weather instability, fueled by moisture from the Bay of Bengal. The forecast for the week includes rain and thunderstorms on April 30 and May 1-2, with a possibility of moderate rain or thunderstorms continuing through May 5. Heavy rainfall is also expected in sub-Himalayan districts, with warnings issued for the western districts of Bengal, where wind speeds could reach 70 km/h and rainfall amounts could reach 200-300 mm overnight. Fishermen are advised to stay off the sea due to dangerous conditions.
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The ongoing thunderstorms and heavy rainfall could disrupt daily activities and transportation in Kolkata, affecting commuters and residents. Additionally, the adverse weather may impact agricultural activities in the region.
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