The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alert for several regions, including East Rajasthan, East Madhya Pradesh, West Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Konkan, Goa, and Central Maharashtra, due to forecasts of heavy rainfall.
Dr. Naresh Kumar, an IMD scientist, explained to ANI that the monsoon is currently very active. He noted a deep depression in northeastern Madhya Pradesh and low pressure in southwestern Rajasthan.
This weather pattern is expected to bring extremely heavy rain to western Madhya Pradesh, eastern Rajasthan, Gujarat, the Konkan region, Goa, and Central Maharashtra. However, Delhi-NCR will remain dry for the next two days.
IMD Issues Red Alert for Heavy Rainfall
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall affecting several regions on Sunday. The alert covers western Madhya Pradesh, eastern Rajasthan, Gujarat, the Konkan region, Goa, and central Maharashtra.
IMD scientist Dr. Naresh Kumar noted, “The monsoon is currently very active, with a deep depression over northeastern Madhya Pradesh and low pressure in southwestern Rajasthan. We are forecasting extremely heavy rainfall for the regions mentioned above and have issued a red alert accordingly. Delhi-NCR is expected to stay dry for the next two days.”
Dr. Kumar also predicted that heavy rainfall will impact Kerala, Coastal Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu in the near future. Additionally, northeastern states are expected to experience heavy rains as well. As the monsoon trough shifts, light to moderate rainfall is anticipated in Delhi.
In Himachal Pradesh, recent cloudbursts and flash floods have caused significant damage, with 191 roads—including 3 national highways—closed due to landslides and rain. The state is also facing disruptions in 294 electricity supply schemes and nearly 120 water supply schemes.
According to the IMD, the current monsoon trough extends from Bikaner to Jaipur, passing through Satna, a depression over north Jharkhand, Bankura, Canning, and extending southeastwards to the northeast Bay of Bengal.
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IMD Weather Forecast
The IMD’s latest bulletin forecasts light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms across several regions over the next week. Expect widespread rainfall in Jammu-Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Rajasthan.
In Uttar Pradesh, rainfall will be scattered to fairly widespread, while Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi will see isolated to scattered showers. East and Northeast India should prepare for extensive light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms.
On August 4, expect isolated heavy rainfall in West Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Konkan, and the ghat areas of Madhya Maharashtra. Throughout the week, Konkan, Goa, and Gujarat will experience widespread light to moderate rain and thunderstorms, with scattered to fairly widespread rain predicted in Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, Saurashtra, and Kutch.
In South India, Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep, and Coastal Karnataka will receive fairly widespread to widespread light to moderate rainfall over the next five days. Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, Telangana, interior Karnataka, and Rayalaseema will see isolated to scattered showers.
According to IMD, the monsoon trough currently extends from Bikaner and Jaipur to Satna, near a depression in north Jharkhand, and moves southeast to the northeast Bay of Bengal.
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IMD Issues Red Alert for Heavy Rainfall FAQs
Q.1. Which regions are under a red alert for heavy rainfall?
Ans. The red alert covers East Rajasthan, East Madhya Pradesh, West Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Konkan, Goa, and Central Maharashtra.
Q.2. Will Delhi-NCR experience rain in the coming days?
Ans. No, Delhi-NCR is expected to remain dry for the next two days.
Q.3. What areas are expected to see heavy rainfall in the near future?
Ans. Kerala, Coastal Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and northeastern states are expected to experience heavy rainfall.
Q.4. How has recent weather impacted Himachal Pradesh?
Ans. Cloudbursts and flash floods have caused damage, with 191 roads closed and disruptions in electricity and water supply schemes.
Q.5. What is the current status of the monsoon trough?
Ans. The monsoon trough extends from Bikaner to Jaipur, passing through Satna and a depression over north Jharkhand, and moves southeast to the northeast Bay of Bengal.
