Delhi. The weather patterns are about to change once again. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday warned of thunderstorm, lightning and wind speed up to 60 km per hour in some areas of Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttarakhand, Western Uttar Pradesh and East Rajasthan. At the same time, there is a danger of heavy to very heavy rains in some parts of South India and flash floods in three states. If we talk about the weather of UP, then on October 16, there may be rain, thunder and strong winds in some areas of western Uttar Pradesh. At the same time, there is a possibility of light rain or scattered showers at some places in Eastern UP. The weather may also worsen in Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Chandigarh and some parts of East Rajasthan.
Possibility of storm and rain in Western UP, keep an eye on these districts
People need to remain alert in view of the possibility of thunder and lightning in western Uttar Pradesh on Friday. The effect of weather can be especially visible in the western districts and surrounding areas adjacent to Delhi. It is important to keep an eye on the latest weather updates in districts like Saharanpur, Shamli, Muzaffarnagar, Meerut, Baghpat, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Bulandshahr, Aligarh, Mathura and Agra. However, the probability of rain or thunderstorm is not the same in all districts.
IMD's sub-divisional forecast for October 16 warns of thunder, lightning and strong gusty winds for western UP. No special warning has been issued for Eastern UP on this day.
How will the weather be in Lucknow, Kanpur and Purvanchal?
The weather conditions for the people of Central and Eastern Uttar Pradesh may be slightly different from that of Western UP.
Lucknow: Keep an eye on the local forecast for the possibility of changes in weather.
Kanpur and around: The possibility of rain cannot be ruled out completely, but it is important to check local warnings to confirm widespread rain or severe thunderstorm in the district.
Prayagraj and Varanasi: Light rain or scattered showers are possible at isolated places in eastern UP.
Gorakhpur and surroundings: Weather may change locally, but no special alert is confirmed.
Rain in Delhi-NCR, chances of relief again for several days
The weather has changed in the capital Delhi due to rain since yesterday. Due to which one starts feeling cold. IMD has predicted rain in Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and parts of East Rajasthan in the morning weather bulletin on Friday, October 16. However, rain over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Punjab is likely to be mainly confined to Friday, and the weather is likely to remain dry between October 17 and 22.
Heavy rain alert in South India
The weather in South India is going to be more challenging. The department has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall in some areas of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal and South Interior Karnataka on October 16. Apart from this, heavy rains are also likely over parts of Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema, Coastal Karnataka, Kerala and Mahe. According to the Meteorological Department, the rainy season is expected to continue in South India in the coming days. Fairly widespread to widespread rainfall is expected over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal from 16 to 19 October, and over Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep, Coastal Karnataka and South Interior Karnataka from 16 to 22 October.
Risk of flash floods in these districts
The IMD has warned of at least moderate flash flood risk in some areas of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka for the period till 5:30 am on October 17.
Tamil Nadu: Erode, Nilgiri, Theni, Villupuram and Cuddalore.
Kerala: Ernakulam and Palakkad.
Karnataka: Kodagu and Chikmagalur.
Continuous rain can cause flooding in low-lying areas. There may also be incidents of waterlogging on roads, strong surface flows and landslides or mudslides in hilly areas. The risk may be greater in areas where the land is already saturated with water. The department has warned that heavy rains may cause surface runoff, waterlogging in low-lying areas, and landslides or mudslides at some places, especially in areas where the ground is already completely saturated with water.
Important advice for farmers and common people
IMD has advised people living in sensitive areas to remain alert and be prepared to move to safe places if needed. People have also been appealed not to take shelter under trees during lightning, switch off electrical appliances and stay away from reservoirs or water sources. IMD has predicted isolated heavy rains in Telangana on October 18 and Odisha on October 17. There is a possibility of thunderstorm along with lightning and strong winds in some parts of Central and Eastern India.
The department has advised the farmers of the affected areas to keep the harvested crops safe, protect the crops from strong winds and make proper arrangements for drainage of water in the fields. Livestock owners have been asked to keep their animals in safe shelter during heavy rains. Strong winds and heavy rains can cause damage to standing crops, horticultural plants, weak structures and roads, as well as disrupt road and rail traffic. In view of the inclement weather, IMD has advised people to remain alert and be prepared to move to safe places if needed.
Avoid standing under trees during lightning.
Stay away from open fields and unsafe structures during thunderstorms.
Keep electrical appliances switched off and avoid going near reservoirs or other water sources.
Take special care in areas prone to waterlogging and landslides.
Farmers should keep the harvested crops in a safe place and make arrangements for drainage in the fields.
Animal farmers should keep their animals in safe shelter during heavy rains.
Impact on weather of North India due to western disturbance
According to the Meteorological Department, a Western Disturbance is persisting in the form of a cyclonic circulation over North Punjab and its surrounding areas. Along with this, another cyclonic circulation is also present over South Haryana and adjoining North Rajasthan, which is affecting the weather in some parts of North India. There are chances of isolated rain in Himachal Pradesh on October 16 and 17, while in Uttarakhand there may be rain at some places on Friday and after that there are chances of isolated rain for the next two days.
Where was how much rainfall recorded?
Among the notable rainfall that occurred between 8.30 am on October 15 and 5.30 am on October 16, 6 cm each was recorded at Peelamedu airports in Karaikal and Coimbatore, 5 cm in Tirupati and 3 cm in Bengaluru. Rajkot in Gujarat recorded the country's highest maximum temperature of 40.6 degrees Celsius, while Haflong in Assam recorded the lowest minimum temperature in the plains at 15 degrees Celsius.