Severe Weather Alert Issued for 42 Districts in Uttar Pradesh Amid Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain
Uttar Pradesh weather alert: IMD puts 42 districts on alert, warns of rain, thunderstorms and strong winds. Check Lucknow, Kanpur forecast
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'red alert' for 42 districts in Uttar Pradesh, India, predicting thunderstorms and heavy rainfall exceeding 204.5 mm within 24 hours. Residents are advised to stay alert as strong winds and hailstorms may also occur, affecting areas including Lucknow and Kanpur.
- 0142 districts in Uttar Pradesh are under a 'red alert' for severe weather.
- 02Thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are expected, with over 204.5 mm of rain possible.
- 03Lucknow is under a yellow alert, anticipating thunderstorms and rain.
- 04Wind speeds could reach 60 km per hour in some areas.
- 05The IMD forecasts a significant drop in temperatures over the next few days.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has placed 42 districts in Uttar Pradesh, India, under a 'red alert' due to predicted thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, which may exceed 204.5 mm within 24 hours. Districts affected include Jaunpur, Gorakhpur, and Varanasi, among others. In the state capital, Lucknow, a yellow alert has been issued, forecasting thunderstorms and rain with strong winds. The IMD also anticipates hailstorms in several districts, including Prayagraj and Bareilly, with wind speeds reaching 40 to 60 km per hour. Rainy conditions are expected to persist for the next five days, providing relief from the heat, with temperatures projected to drop by 4–6°C. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has instructed local authorities to assess damage and ensure timely compensation for affected residents.
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Residents in affected districts should prepare for severe weather conditions, including potential property damage and disruptions to daily life.
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