Chandigarh Braces for Thunderstorms and Hail Following Recent Rain
Chandigarh: Expect hail, thunderstorm today
Hindustan Times
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Chandigarh, India, experienced 3.6 mm of rain and gusty winds on Friday evening due to a strong western disturbance. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for thunderstorms and hailstorms expected on Saturday, advising residents to stay indoors.
- 01Chandigarh received 3.6 mm of rain and winds up to 56 km/h on Friday.
- 02An orange alert for thunderstorms and hail has been issued for Saturday.
- 03Temperatures dropped to 31.7°C, 1°C below normal.
- 04A 5.9-magnitude earthquake was felt in Chandigarh and surrounding regions.
- 05The epicenter of the earthquake was near Darawan, Afghanistan.
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Chandigarh, India, experienced 3.6 mm of rain and gusty winds reaching 56 km/h on Friday evening, attributed to a strong western disturbance. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Saturday, warning of thunderstorms, gusting winds up to 60 km/h, and potential hailstorms. Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary outdoor activities and not seek shelter under trees during the storm. Following the rain, temperatures in the city dropped to 31.7°C, which is 1°C below normal. Additionally, a 5.9-magnitude earthquake was recorded at 9:42 PM on Friday, with tremors felt across northern India, including Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana. The earthquake's epicenter was located near Darawan in Afghanistan.
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The expected thunderstorms and hail could disrupt daily activities and pose risks to safety, especially for those outdoors.
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