The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall in several states across the country. These states include Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, and others. The forecast extends over the next five days, raising concerns about potential flood-like situations and disruptions to normal life.
In Himachal Pradesh, incessant rains have already caused a flood-like situation, severely impacting the lives of people in the region. The heavy downpour has led to the disruption of daily activities and created significant challenges for the residents.
Another region affected by heavy rainfall is Mumbai, where intense rains have resulted in the unfortunate deaths of two individuals. The incident occurred in Mumbai’s Govandi area during the afternoon. The fire brigade and police personnel were involved in retrieving the bodies. These incidents highlight the potential dangers associated with heavy rains and the need for precautionary measures to mitigate such risks.
Let’s delve into the IMD’s detailed rainfall predictions for different regions across India:
1) Northwest India: The forecast indicates that light to moderate scattered rainfall is likely to continue over the region for the next two days. There are chances of isolated heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand on 30th June, as well as on 3rd and 4th July. Similarly, West Rajasthan and West Uttar Pradesh might experience heavy rainfall on 30th June, while East Uttar Pradesh and East Rajasthan may witness heavy rainfall on 30th June and 1st July.
2) Central India: The IMD predicts light to moderate fairly widespread rainfall with isolated heavy falls in Madhya Pradesh over the next two days. This indicates a possibility of significant rainfall in the region, which might affect daily life and necessitate precautionary measures.
3) West India: The forecast for West India indicates light to moderate fairly widespread rainfall with isolated instances of heavy to very heavy rainfall. Areas such as Konkan & Goa and the Ghat regions of Madhya Maharashtra might experience heavy to very heavy rainfall for the next five days. Similarly, Gujarat State might witness heavy rainfall for the next two days. These predictions suggest the potential for flooding and disruptions to daily activities in these areas.
4) East and adjoining Northeast India: The IMD predicts fairly widespread to widespread light to moderate rainfall across Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim, Bihar, Assam & Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh over the next five days. There is also a chance of isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall in these regions. Additionally, Gangetic West Bengal might experience heavy rainfall on 30th June and 3rd July, while Jharkhand and Odisha might witness heavy rainfall on 3rd and 4th July. These predictions indicate the possibility of flood-like situations and the need for preparedness.
South India: The forecast for South India suggests light to moderate scattered to widespread rainfall in Kerala & Mahe, Coastal & South Interior Karnataka for the next five days. Coastal Karnataka and Kerala might experience isolated heavy rainfall during this period, while South Interior Karnataka and Tamil Nadu might witness heavy rainfall from 2nd to 4th July. Additionally, Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema might face heavy rainfall on 3rd and 4th July, while Telangana might experience heavy rainfall on 4th July. There is also a possibility of isolated very heavy rainfall in Coastal Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu on 3rd and 4th July. These predictions highlight the potential for flooding and disruption in these regions as well.
The IMD’s forecast raises concerns about the adverse impact of heavy rainfall on various states across India. It emphasizes the need for residents and authorities to stay vigilant, take necessary precautions, and be prepared for any emergency situations that may arise as a result of the predicted rainfall.