Udit Vani, Jamshedpur: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a prolonged spell of heavy to very heavy rainfall across Jharkhand, triggered by an intensifying low pressure area over the Bay of Bengal.
The weather system is expected to bring widespread downpours, thunderstorms, and gusty winds across multiple regions of the state until July 29.
Rainfall Outlook:
July 25:
South-Eastern parts of the state are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall.
Most other regions, except the North-West, may receive isolated heavy rain.
Thunderstorm and lightning, accompanied by gusty winds (30–40 kmph), are expected at scattered locations.
July 26:
Southern and Central Jharkhand may receive isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall.
North-Western districts are also expected to experience heavy showers.
Thunderstorm with lightning and gusty winds (30–40 kmph) likely at isolated places.
July 27–28:
Heavy rainfall is anticipated across Southern, Central, and North-Western regions.
Thunderstorm activity with gusty winds will continue in localized areas.
July 29:
Heavy to very heavy rainfall may occur across isolated areas throughout the state.
System Update:
The low pressure area currently lies over the central region of north Bay of Bengal, as observed at 08:30 IST on July 24. The system is supported by a cyclonic circulation extending up to 7.6 km above sea level and is tilting southwestward with height. It is likely to intensify into a well-marked low pressure area within 24 hours and move west-northwestward towards West Bengal and adjoining North Odisha coasts in the next 48 hours.
Simultaneously, the monsoon trough passes through Sri Ganganagar, Sirsa, Meerut, Hardoi, Patna, Jamshedpur, and Digha, stretching southeastward to the center of the low pressure zone.
IMD Appeal :
The IMD has advised the public to remain vigilant due to the risk of urban flooding, waterlogging, and localized disruption in transport and power. Farmers should secure crops and livestock as a precaution.
People are encouraged to stay updated through official weather bulletins and follow local administrative advisories.
