Monsoon rains have been sweeping across India, bringing heavy downpours to various parts of the country. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather warnings for several regions, anticipating heavy to very heavy rainfall in the coming days. Here’s a breakdown of the current monsoon situation across different states:

Delhi Bathed in Rain

Delhi experienced a significant drop in temperature, plummeting six degrees below normal to 28.8 degrees Celsius due to heavy rainfall on August 29th. The Safdarjung observatory recorded a substantial 77.1 mm rainfall. The Met Department has forecast a generally cloudy sky with light showers and thunderstorms for Delhi-NCR on Friday. This respite from the heat is welcome for the residents, but authorities are on alert to manage potential waterlogging and ensure public safety.

Gujarat Braces for Monsoon Fury

Gujarat has been experiencing heavy rainfall for the past few days, resulting in severe waterlogging in numerous cities across the state. The IMD has issued an orange alert for Porbandar, Jamnagar, Dwarka, and Kutch districts, expecting heavy to very heavy rainfall on August 30th. The heavy showers are anticipated to continue hitting the coastal districts of Gujarat on August 31st.

Emergency Measures and Preparedness

In response to the heavy rain forecast, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel convened a meeting at the Gandhinagar State Emergency Operation Center on August 29th. The meeting focused on assessing the state’s preparedness for potential storms and flooding in the Kutch district. Patel held a video conference with the District Collector to review the system’s readiness and ensure effective response mechanisms are in place to handle the natural calamity.

Heavy Rain Expected in Other Parts of India

The monsoon’s reach extends beyond Delhi and Gujarat, with heavy rains anticipated in other regions of India as well:

Madhya Maharashtra, Konkan and Goa

Heavy rain is likely to hit the ghat areas of Madhya Maharashtra, Konkan, and Goa from September 2nd to 4th.

Marathwada

Heavy showers are anticipated over the Marathwada region from September 1st to 3rd.

Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi

The IMD has predicted heavy showers over Himachal Pradesh, Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi on September 2nd.

Uttarakhand

Heavy rainfall is expected in Uttarakhand from August 30th to September 2nd.

Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh is likely to experience heavy downpours on September 1st and 2nd.

Rajasthan

The IMD has predicted heavy rain over Rajasthan from September 1st to 4th, with isolated very heavy rainfall anticipated in East Rajasthan on September 2nd.

Karnataka

The IMD has forecast extremely heavy rainfall over Coastal Karnataka on August 30th, while heavy rains are anticipated in North Interior Karnataka on Saturday.

Telangana, Kerala, Mahe, and Coastal Andhra Pradesh

Heavy showers are likely to impact Telangana, Kerala, Mahe, and Coastal Andhra Pradesh Yanam over the next two to three days.

Key Takeaways:

• Heavy rainfall has affected Delhi, Gujarat, and other regions of India.
• The IMD has issued warnings and orange alerts for several areas, anticipating heavy to very heavy rainfall.
• Authorities in various states have initiated precautionary measures and emergency preparedness plans to address potential flooding and storm damage.
• Residents in affected areas are advised to stay informed about the latest weather forecasts and follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities.