UditVani, Jamshedpur : Jharkhand is set to experience another spell of intense rainfall activity, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a four-day weather alert from October 3 to 6, predicting heavy rainfall and widespread thunderstorm activity across several districts.
The fresh wet spell is attributed to the impact of a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal, which has moved north-northwestwards and made landfall along the Odisha–Andhra Pradesh coast between Gopalpur and Paradip in the early hours of Friday.
Day-Wise Forecast
October 3: Heavy rainfall is likely at isolated places over north-western and central Jharkhand, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds reaching speeds of 30–40 kmph.
October 4: Rain intensity is expected to spread towards the northern, adjoining central and north-eastern parts of the state. Thunderstorm and lightning activity will persist at many locations.
October 5: Isolated heavy showers may continue over north-eastern districts, while thunderstorms with gusty winds are expected in most parts of the state.
October 6: The system is likely to weaken gradually but thunderstorms and lightning accompanied by gusty winds may still occur at isolated places.
Precautions Advised
IMD authorities have urged residents to remain alert, avoid unnecessary travel during heavy downpours, and take safety measures against lightning strikes.
Low-lying areas in some districts may experience temporary waterlogging, and gusty winds could disrupt power supply and traffic movement.
District administrations have also been asked to keep disaster response teams on standby to tackle any emergency arising from heavy rainfall or lightning incidents.
Monsoon Ends on a High: 17% Rainfall Surplus
Meanwhile, Jharkhand wrapped up the four-month monsoon season (June–September) with an impressive 17% surplus rainfall.
According to IMD statistics, the state received 1,200 mm of rain against the normal 1,023 mm, marking one of the wettest monsoon seasons in recent years.
Most divisions, including Kolhan, Santhal Pargana, and parts of North Chotanagpur, recorded above-average rainfall, helping recharge groundwater and reservoirs.
Favourable Conditions for Rabi Crops
Agricultural experts say the surplus rain is likely to benefit rabi crop sowing, as soil moisture levels are significantly higher than usual.
However, they also cautioned that excessive rainfall in October could damage standing paddy crops in low-lying fields if proper drainage is not maintained.
