Kolkata Braces for Storms as IMD Issues Orange Alert
Kolkata and the wider South Bengal region are on alert as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts a period of unstable weather, issuing an orange alert for thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds reaching 40-50 km/h. The conditions are driven by a low-pressure trough extending from Bihar to Manipur, which has already resulted in a persistent cloud cover over the city. Districts including Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia, and North 24 Parganas are under the mid-week orange alert, while a yellow alert covers several others including Purulia, Bankura, and West Midnapore. The incoming weather brings a silver lining, offering significant relief from the recent oppressive heat. This follows a day when Kolkata sizzled at 36°C, a temperature 1.4 degrees above normal, compounded by high humidity. Meteorologists now predict that both maximum and minimum temperatures will remain below normal for most of the week, leading to a pleasant and cooler spell over the next four days. The anticipated Kalbaishakhi storms (nor'westers) are expected to deliver light to moderate rainfall across the region. The forecast has implications for major events, including the upcoming IPL 2026 cricket match scheduled at Eden Gardens, with organizers and fans closely monitoring rain updates. The IMD has warned that the rainfall could be heavier in certain parts of Kolkata and has highlighted the potential for hailstorms in North Bengal. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather warnings and prepare for possible disruptions caused by the severe weather conditions.
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Light drizzle brings relief, Met office spies more rain | Kolkata News - The Times of India
Since conditions remain favourable, ... part of Kolkata. The rain, too, could be heavier," said Biswas.Temperature is expected to remain below the normal mark for most part of the week. As the cloud cover continues to trigger thunderstorms, both maximum and minimum temperatures will remain low. "The weather should be pleasant over the next four days," said Bandopadhyay.An orange alert has been issued ...
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While light to moderate rainfall is likely across South Bengal, several districts including Purulia, Bankura, East and West Burdwan, Birbhum, and West Midnapore may experience thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds of 40–50 km/h. Yellow alerts have been issued across multiple districts, while an orange alert is in place for mid-week in regions like Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia, and North 24 Parganas. Kolkata ...
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