UditVani, Jamshedpur : Jharkhand is set to experience a spell of intense weather activity over the next three days, as a low-pressure system over Gangetic West Bengal shifts westward.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning across various parts of the state between July 10 and 12, with gusty winds likely to accompany the showers.
Rainfall & Thunderstorm Alert
On July 10, heavy rainfall is expected at isolated locations in the north-western and north-central districts of Jharkhand. In addition, thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds (30–40 kmph) are likely across multiple areas.
On July 11 and 12, the IMD predicts intermittent thunderstorms and lightning at isolated places, keeping the weather unsettled across the state.
Meteorological Background
A low-pressure area, currently centered over Gangetic West Bengal and adjoining Jharkhand, is playing a major role in triggering these conditions. This system is supported by a cyclonic circulation extending up to 7.6 km above mean sea level, and is moving slowly in a west-northwestward direction toward Jharkhand and northern Chhattisgarh.
Compounding the situation is the monsoon trough, which now passes through Daltonganj in Jharkhand, linking it to other northern and eastern parts of the country, extending down to the northeast Bay of Bengal. Another upper-air trough from West Assam to Telangana—passing through interior Odisha and Chhattisgarh—further fuels convective activity in the region.
Impact & Precautionary Measures
The IMD has urged residents, especially in Palamu, Latehar, Garhwa, Chatra, Hazaribagh, Koderma, and parts of Santhal Pargana, to remain alert.
Sudden heavy downpours could lead to waterlogging, lightning strikes, and disruptions in travel and agriculture.
The public has been advised to avoid open areas during lightning, secure loose objects, and monitor official updates regularly.
Local authorities and disaster management teams have been placed on alert to respond to any weather-induced emergencies.
